The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley station (CRW) 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 Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Crawley station (CRW) for East Croydon (ECR) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
W59632
G83647
W60113
W60109
G83647+
W60446
W60109
W60113
W59632 · W59502
G83647+
W60446
G83647Live departures
Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W60109 | On time 06:01 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h27 | 06:28 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83647 | On time 06:07 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h38 | 06:45 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83647+ W60446 | On time 06:07 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h35 | 06:42 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
W59632 | On time 06:22 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h41 | 07:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59632 · W59502 | On time 06:22 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h29 | 06:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
W60113 | On time 06:29 Crawley station (CRW) | 0h29 | 06:58 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 15:59. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 27m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 15:59 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Crawley station (CRW) and East Croydon (ECR) from £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: Crawley station (CRW) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley station (CRW) 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 Crawley station (CRW) and East Croydon (ECR)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- 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 areas on both platforms
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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