The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) for East Croydon (ECR) on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a ferry costs an average of €21.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Ferry |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h56 | 8:28 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h55 | 6:58 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 07:52 |
Last train 19:08 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and East Croydon (ECR) from $10 (€8). 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to East Croydon (ECR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
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