The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Croydon
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Croydon will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Coventry for Croydon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
14:101h59Coventry16:09Croydon£461One-way0 changes
14:101h59Coventry16:09Croydon£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Croydon 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 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 149 km
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2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry to Croydon train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Croydon trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:26 Coventry | 3h02 | 11:28 Croydon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Coventry to Croydon trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Croydon.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Croydon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Coventry to Croydon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Croydon
Trains from Coventry to Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 3:08 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains from Coventry to Croydon trainsAvanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Coventry and Croydon 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: Coventry to Croydon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Croydon 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 Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Croydon
Most Coventry to Croydon trains use the Coventry to East Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at West Croydon. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Coventry station do trains to Croydon leave from?
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Tile Hill from Coventry city centre
Tile Hill is 5 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Tile Hill train station facilities and services
Tile Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tile Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tile Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Tile Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tile Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the paved area outside the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Croydon station do trains from Coventry arrive at?
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.
Getting to West Croydon from Croydon city centre
West Croydon train station facilities and services
West Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Croydon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Purley from Croydon city centre
Purley is 5 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
Purley train station facilities and services
Purley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Purley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Purley. ATMs are available at Purley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Purley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Purley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Purley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Purley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room, 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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