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Chartwell
National Trust house with important collections, interiors and exhibitions on country-house life, within reach of Oxted.
Trains from Croydon to Oxted run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 13m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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National Trust house with important collections, interiors and exhibitions on country-house life, within reach of Oxted.
Volunteer-run local museum in Limpsfield with displays on village life, notable residents and Surrey history.
Arts and crafts home of painter G F Watts with galleries of paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in nearby Compton.
Popular high street with shops, cafés and everyday bustle, useful for browsing and getting a feel for modern Oxted.
Open common on the edge of Oxted, popular for walks, heathland scenery and access to woodland paths.
National Trust countryside near Oxted with ancient woodland, viewpoints and well-marked walking routes.
A Surrey favourite of calves’ offal, herbs and breadcrumbs, usually baked in caul fat. It reflects older county cookery once common in local homes and inns.
A rich fruit preserve made with apples, quinces or pears and spices. Traditionally eaten with cold meats or cheese in Surrey and neighbouring counties.
Despite the name, this South East England preserve is a thick fruit cheese or chutney, valued locally with bread, ham or cheese boards.
Traditional pub and dining room in Old Oxted, known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Smart local restaurant in Old Oxted serving modern British and European dishes in a polished but approachable setting.
Popular casual spot for pizza and Italian favourites with a friendly neighbourhood feel, close to Oxted town centre.
Moderate for South East England. Accommodation and rail fares can be high, but everyday dining and coffee are similar to nearby commuter towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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Oxted Station -> Oxted town centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to Oxted 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 Oxted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Croydon to Oxted trains use the East Croydon to Hurst Green station pair, with some services arriving at Oxted. Use this guide to compare Croydon and Oxted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
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.
Hurst Green is 1 km from Oxted city centre. Public transport options include:
Hurst Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Hurst Green.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hurst Green: Parking, WC.
Available at Hurst Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hurst Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to each platform via separate entrances. Step free route between platforms is via street with no footpath (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is at the front of the station next to the ticket machine. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oxted has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oxted.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxted.
Ticket office support is available at Oxted.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxted: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oxted: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxted: 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 platform via lifts.Level step free access to Ticket Office and platform 1 (to London). Step free access to platforms 2 and 3 (to East Grinstead/ Uckfield) via lift. Step-free interchange between platfforms via lift and ramped subway. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station entrance, 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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