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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for East Croydon (ECR) on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:43 PM3h26Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:09 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$1251One-way0 transfers- 7:10 AM3h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:39 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$3171One-way0 transfers
- 3:43 PM3h26Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:09 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$1251One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 AM3h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:39 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$3171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$161 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR):
A bus is $139 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) costing on average $161.
Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
You'll arrive about 1h 21m sooner (3h 29m by train vs 4h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $161 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 10:09 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 6:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and East Croydon (ECR) from $20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at East Croydon (ECR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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