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Compare train and coach for Croydon to Ash
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Ash among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 46 km
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Croydon to Ash.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Croydon to Ash.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Croydon to Ash.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Croydon to Ash
Trains from Croydon to Ash run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 58m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern from Croydon to Ash trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Croydon and Ash from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Croydon to Ash train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to Ash 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 Ash, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Croydon and Ash
Most Croydon to Ash trains use the East Croydon to Ash station pair. Use this guide to compare Croydon and Ash train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Croydon station do trains to Ash leave from?
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 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.
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.
Which Ash station do trains from Croydon arrive at?
Getting to Ash from Ash city centre
Ash train station facilities and services
Ash has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ash.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ash.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ash.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ash: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ash: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ash: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Guildford). Short ramp (gradient approx. 1:8, sharp turn that might cause difficulties to some wheelchair/mobility scooter users) to Platform 2 (for trains towards Ascot). Access between platforms via level crossing only (full barrier) approximately 85m, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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