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station information and facilities
East Croydon
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
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FAQ: Travel from East Croydon (ECR)
Everything you need to know about East Croydon (ECR): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Yes, East Croydon station offers accessibility services with staff help available for passengers with reduced mobility.
East Croydon station is near several attractions, including the Museum of Croydon, Boxpark Croydon, and the scenic Wandle Park.
Davis Cars offers a car rental service at East Croydon station.
The city center is approximately 1.015 kilometers from East Croydon station.
Public transport connections at East Croydon include rail replacement buses that pick up and drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road. Additionally, taxis are available at East Croydon for direct travel to the city center.
For East Croydon, it is recommended to arrive at least 15-30 minutes before your scheduled train departure to allow time for navigating the station and any potential delays.
East Croydon is located at Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF.
Parking is not available at East Croydon station.
Train fares from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport can vary, so it is recommended to check current rates with the train operator.
Rail replacement buses serve East Croydon by picking up and dropping off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
East Croydon station is well-monitored with CCTV and staff presence, contributing to a safe environment for early morning and late evening travel. However, it is always advised to stay aware of your surroundings and travel with caution.
Security and ticket checks are routinely conducted at East Croydon station to ensure passenger safety and ticket compliance.
Yes, East Croydon station has National key toilets available.
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