East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

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Cheap train tickets from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Cheapest

£8

Average

£8

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

Cheapest

G38875

08:040h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

G50322

08:060h28

East Croydon (ECR)

08:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

C34887

08:100h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

G54022

08:170h29

East Croydon (ECR)

08:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

G38651

08:230h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Train timetableEast Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 September

Southern

G38875

08:040h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

G50322

08:060h28

East Croydon (ECR)

08:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Southern

C34887

08:100h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

G54022

08:170h29

East Croydon (ECR)

08:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

G50691

08:190h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Southern

G38651

08:230h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

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Train times from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Fastest Journey

15 m

Average

19 m

Trains per day

Distance

25 km

Of the 6 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

G38875

08:040h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Fastest

C34887

08:100h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Fastest

G38651

08:230h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

Fastest

G50691

08:190h15

East Croydon (ECR)

08:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

G50322

08:060h28

East Croydon (ECR)

08:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£81One-way

0 changes

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Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Distance	15 miles
Average train duration	14 min
Average train ticket price	£7 (€8)
Train frequency	29 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 29 direct trains a day
Train companies	Thameslink or Southern

Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) cover the 15 miles long route taking on average 14 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Southern. Normally, there are 29 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as £4, but the average price of train tickets is £7.

Train providers: Thameslink and Southern trains East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

For as little as £3 you can travel by train to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from East Croydon (ECR) with Thameslink and Southern. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

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.

Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

Average Duration: 15 min
Cheapest Price: £3
Thameslink frequency: 10 a day

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.

Train information from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Southern:

Average Duration: 14 min
Cheapest Price: £3
Southern frequency: 15 a day

FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Cheap train tickets from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train time is 14 min covering the 15 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 04: 31. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 20: 34.

Yes, it is possible to travel from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without having to change trains with Thameslink or Southern. There are 29 direct trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Thameslink or Southern. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between East Croydon (ECR) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 34.

A day trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from East Croydon (ECR) is worth doing with a journey time of 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is September.

Yes, you can take a train to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from East Croydon (ECR).

Trains departing from East Croydon

Address

East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF

Distance from East Croydon to city center

1 mile (1.6 km)

How to get to this station?

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.

Amenities at station

Wifi

ATM

Taxi

Taxi: YES

Shopping

Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Dining

Car Rentals

Davis cars

Accessibility

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

Trains arriving to Gatwick Airport

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center

29.3 miles (47.2 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

Nearest Airport

London Gatwick Airport
1 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside the station as well as on concourse.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.

Dining

Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's

Car Rentals

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.