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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to East Grinstead
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
40 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croydon to East Grinstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to East Grinstead will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Croydon to East Grinstead, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.
9:400h40Croydon10:20East Grinstead£81One-way0 changes
- 9:400h40Croydon10:20East Grinstead£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Croydon to East Grinstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to East Grinstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Croydon to East Grinstead:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Croydon to East Grinstead costing on average £22.
Other travel options to East Grinstead take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 37m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (41m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Thameslink, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Croydon to East Grinstead train times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to East Grinstead trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:10 Croydon | 0h40 | 11:50 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 12:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:10 Croydon | 0h40 | 12:50 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 13:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:10 Croydon | 0h40 | 13:50 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 14:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Croydon | 0h40 | 14:50 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 15:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:10 Croydon | 0h40 | 15:50 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 16:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:40 Croydon | 0h40 | 10:20 East Grinstead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Croydon to East Grinstead
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Trains from Croydon to East Grinstead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 27m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Croydon to East Grinstead trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Croydon and East Grinstead from £5. 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 East Grinstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to East Grinstead 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 Grinstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Croydon and East Grinstead
Most Croydon to East Grinstead trains use the East Croydon to East Grinstead station pair. Use this guide to compare Croydon and East Grinstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Croydon station do trains to East Grinstead 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 South Croydon from Croydon city centre
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
South Croydon train station facilities and services
South Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which East Grinstead station do trains from Croydon arrive at?
Getting to East Grinstead from East Grinstead city centre
East Grinstead train station facilities and services
East Grinstead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Dorset Arms, The Old Dunnings Mill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Grinstead. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at East Grinstead. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Grinstead: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Grinstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Grinstead: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Felbridge, The Grange Hotel, Travelodge East Grinstead.
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