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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for East Croydon (ECR) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
16:212h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:52East Croydon (ECR)£341One-way0 changes- 12:472h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:02East Croydon (ECR)£461One-way0 changes
- 12:472h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:02East Croydon (ECR)£461One-way0 changes
- 16:212h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:52East Croydon (ECR)£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 174 km
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3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h15 | 15:02 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 19:03 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Croydon (ECR) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Croydon (ECR)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the Birmingham New Street to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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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