The cheapest and fastest trains from Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Earley station (EAR) 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 Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:441h37Earley station (EAR)7:21East Croydon (ECR)£421One-way1 change
6:141h24Earley station (EAR)7:38East Croydon (ECR)£421One-way1 change
6:441h24Earley station (EAR)8:08East Croydon (ECR)£421One-way1 change
7:141h25Earley station (EAR)8:39East Croydon (ECR)£421One-way1 change
7:441h25Earley station (EAR)9:09East Croydon (ECR)£421One-way1 change
6:421h16Earley station (EAR)7:58East Croydon (ECR)£591One-way3 changes
7:051h18Earley station (EAR)8:23East Croydon (ECR)£591One-way3 changes
11:071h21Earley station (EAR)12:28East Croydon (ECR)£591One-way3 changes
14:071h21Earley station (EAR)15:28East Croydon (ECR)£591One-way3 changes
7:361h22Earley station (EAR)8:58East Croydon (ECR)£591One-way3 changes
Live departures
Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 0:36 Earley station (EAR) | 5h47 | 6:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 5:44 Earley station (EAR) | 1h37 | 7:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:08 Earley station (EAR) | 1h37 | 7:45 East Croydon (ECR) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:14 Earley station (EAR) | 1h24 | 7:38 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:42 Earley station (EAR) | 1h16 | 7:58 East Croydon (ECR) | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 0:36 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Earley station (EAR) and East Croydon (ECR) from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Earley station (EAR) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Earley station (EAR) 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 Earley station (EAR) and East Croydon (ECR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 13:30 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards London). Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Reading)
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting room located in the booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wokingham Road (A329) Bus Stops
- 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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