The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) 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 Fratton (FTN) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Fratton (FTN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.




Travel Information
Compare train for East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 94 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£22 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 1h53 | 16:16 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 1h43 | 16:36 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 1h42 | 18:35 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 18:53 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Fratton (FTN) from £8. 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 Fratton (FTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Fratton (FTN) 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 Fratton (FTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Fratton (FTN)
- 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 - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
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