East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN)

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

46 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

136

Distance

61 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

Of the 136 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 73 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 46 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.

  • SouthernC82841 · C09781
    13:401h19
    East Croydon (ECR)
    14:59Brighton station (BTN)
    £71One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26413 · G88624
    13:041h02
    East Croydon (ECR)
    14:06Brighton station (BTN)
    £71One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26416 · G88629
    13:341h01
    East Croydon (ECR)
    14:35Brighton station (BTN)
    £71One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26406 · G88612
    12:041h01
    East Croydon (ECR)
    13:05Brighton station (BTN)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26409 · G88618
    12:341h01
    East Croydon (ECR)
    13:35Brighton station (BTN)
    £91One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 61 km

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Train
Coach

£18

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

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30m

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Live departures

East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) train times

The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernG26335+Gatwick ExpressG77260
On time
18:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
19:04 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4556218:20 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
19:15 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45386
On time
18:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
19:21 Brighton station (BTN)		0 changesdirect
SouthernC82889+Gatwick ExpressG77268
On time
18:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
19:34 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4559818:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
19:44 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45409
On time
18:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
19:51 Brighton station (BTN)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26341+Gatwick ExpressG77276
On time
19:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
20:04 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4557919:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
20:14 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548519:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
20:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82899+Gatwick ExpressG77284
On time
19:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
20:27 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4559319:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
20:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45407
On time
19:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
20:48 Brighton station (BTN)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26348+Gatwick ExpressG77292
On time
20:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
20:57 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4556320:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
21:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548320:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
21:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82910+Gatwick ExpressG7730020:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h46
21:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4559520:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
21:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26354+Gatwick ExpressG7730821:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
21:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4559121:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
22:14 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4549221:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
22:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26473 · G8869921:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h05
22:39 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82920+Gatwick ExpressG77316
On time
21:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
22:27 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4558121:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
22:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26360+Gatwick ExpressG7732422:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
23:00 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4558722:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
23:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45392
On time
22:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
23:18 Brighton station (BTN)		0 changesdirect
SouthernC82302+Gatwick ExpressG77332
On time
22:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
23:32 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
ThameslinkW4558522:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
23:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC8230623:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h56
0:06 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82306+Gatwick ExpressG7734023:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
23:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4556823:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
0:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45389
On time
23:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
0:24 Brighton station (BTN)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG88199 · G27933
On time
23:34 East Croydon (ECR)
0h59
0:33 Brighton station (BTN)		1 change
SouthernC8231123:43 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
0:37 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
Wednesday 15 July
SouthernG881860:26 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
1:16 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW456210:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h57
1:26 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW456471:28 East Croydon (ECR)
1h00
2:28 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45641 · W455774:07 East Croydon (ECR)
1h26
5:33 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW456325:07 East Croydon (ECR)
1h03
6:10 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW456455:28 East Croydon (ECR)
0h58
6:26 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW455606:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
7:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454716:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
7:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW455376:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
7:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454126:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
7:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26276+Gatwick ExpressG270617:04 East Croydon (ECR)
0h53
7:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW455327:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
8:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454687:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
8:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82780+Gatwick ExpressG772747:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
8:30 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW454187:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
8:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454277:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
8:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26279+Gatwick ExpressG772798:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
8:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW455228:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
9:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG282688:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
9:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82790+Gatwick ExpressG772878:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h46
9:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW455428:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
9:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454018:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
9:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26284+Gatwick ExpressG772959:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
9:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW455249:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
10:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW453919:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
10:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82800+Gatwick ExpressG773039:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h46
10:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW455209:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
10:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454089:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
10:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26392 · G8858810:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
11:05 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26289 · W2931410:10 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
11:29 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26289+Gatwick ExpressG7731110:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
10:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4552310:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
11:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548910:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
11:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26395 · G8859410:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
11:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82810+Gatwick ExpressG7731910:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h46
11:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4552510:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
11:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4543010:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
11:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26399 · G8860011:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
12:05 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26295+Gatwick ExpressG7732711:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
11:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4554511:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
12:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4547211:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
12:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26402 · G8860611:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
12:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82820+Gatwick ExpressG7733511:41 East Croydon (ECR)
0h46
12:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW3298211:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
12:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4540211:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
12:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26406 · G8861212:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
13:05 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26301+Gatwick ExpressG7734412:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h48
12:58 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW3297612:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
13:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548212:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
13:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26409 · G8861812:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
13:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82830+Gatwick ExpressG7735012:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
13:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4556912:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
13:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4543612:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
13:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26413 · G8862413:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h02
14:06 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26307 · W2931913:10 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
14:29 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26307+Gatwick ExpressG7735613:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
13:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4555113:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
14:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4547313:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
14:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26416 · G8862913:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
14:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82841 · C0978113:40 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
14:59 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82841+Gatwick ExpressG7736213:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
14:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4555813:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
14:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4539913:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
14:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26420 · G8863514:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
15:05 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26372 · W3255414:10 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
15:29 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26372+Gatwick ExpressG7736814:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
14:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4556114:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
15:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4549114:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
15:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26423 · G8864114:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
15:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82850 · W3255114:40 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
15:59 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82850+Gatwick ExpressG7737014:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
15:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4555414:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
15:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4543114:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
15:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26427 · G8864615:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h02
16:06 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26318 · G2703715:10 East Croydon (ECR)
1h07
16:17 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26318+Gatwick ExpressG7737215:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
15:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4555615:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
16:13 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548815:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
16:18 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26430 · G7738015:34 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
16:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82860 · W2932915:40 East Croydon (ECR)
1h19
16:59 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernC82860+Gatwick ExpressG7737415:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
16:27 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4554615:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
16:43 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4540615:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h49
16:48 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26434 · G8865416:04 East Croydon (ECR)
1h01
17:05 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26373 · G2703916:10 East Croydon (ECR)
1h05
17:15 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
SouthernG26373+Gatwick ExpressG7737516:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h47
16:57 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4557416:19 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
17:14 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548116:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
17:21 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82869+Gatwick ExpressG7737716:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
17:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4541616:49 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
17:44 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4541016:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
17:51 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26329+Gatwick ExpressG7724317:10 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
18:04 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4557617:21 East Croydon (ECR)
0h54
18:15 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548017:29 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
18:21 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82879+Gatwick ExpressG7725217:40 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
18:35 Brighton station (BTN)1 change
ThameslinkW4557017:50 East Croydon (ECR)
0h55
18:45 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4541117:59 East Croydon (ECR)
0h52
18:51 Brighton station (BTN)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN)

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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
61 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
49m
First train
0:28
Last train
23:30
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Brighton station (BTN) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£7
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Southern

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£12
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Thameslink

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) covers a distance of 61 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) is 61 km.
The first train from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 0:28.
The last train from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) departs at 23:30.
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN).
Yes, there is a direct train between East Croydon (ECR) and Brighton station (BTN). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Southern, Southern.
To get from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN).
The cheapest way to get from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from East Croydon to Brighton offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the South Downs National Park, showcasing rolling hills and countryside landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from East Croydon to Brighton is feasible. The journey takes 49m and covers 61 km. There are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN).

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Brighton station (BTN)

Most East Croydon (ECR) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the East Croydon to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Croydon
Arrival train stations in Brighton
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LFWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre

East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN68 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min

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.

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Return trains from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)

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East Croydon (ECR) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
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London Kings Cross (KGX) to Brighton station (BTN) train
London Paddington (PAD) to Brighton station (BTN) train
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East Croydon (ECR) to London Bridge (LBG) train
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Brighton station (BTN) train
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Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Brighton station (BTN) train
East Croydon (ECR) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
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East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
East Croydon (ECR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
East Croydon (ECR) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
London St Pancras International (STP) to Brighton station (BTN) train
East Croydon (ECR) to London Luton Airport train
East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
East Croydon (ECR) to London St Pancras International (STP) train
East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
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East Croydon (ECR) to London Victoria (VIC) train
East Croydon (ECR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
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East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
East Croydon (ECR) to Reading station (RDG) train
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East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport train
East Croydon (ECR) to London Paddington (PAD) train
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