The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) 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 Crawley station (CRW) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Crawley station (CRW) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 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.






Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h27 | 19:26 Crawley station (CRW) | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h39 | 19:56 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h24 | 19:47 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:29 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h27 | 19:56 Crawley station (CRW) | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:47 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h39 | 20:26 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h28 | 08:27 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h25 | 09:18 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:47 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h40 | 16:27 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:59, the last at 15:47. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 25m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 07:59 |
Last train 15:47 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Crawley station (CRW) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Crawley station (CRW) 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 Crawley station (CRW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Crawley station (CRW)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 via lifts. 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: 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 areas on both platforms
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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