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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
141
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 141 trains from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport, including 141 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
W455864:070h23East Croydon (ECR)4:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£51One-way0 changes
G270184:590h27East Croydon (ECR)5:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)£51One-way0 changes- W455845:070h24East Croydon (ECR)5:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)£51One-way0 changes
- W329815:490h15East Croydon (ECR)6:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£51One-way0 changes
- W455755:280h19East Croydon (ECR)5:47Gatwick Airport (GTW)£51One-way0 changes
- C828009:410h14East Croydon (ECR)9:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£81One-way0 changes
- C8282011:410h14East Croydon (ECR)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£81One-way0 changes
- G262767:040h14East Croydon (ECR)7:18Gatwick Airport (GTW)£81One-way0 changes
- G263838:040h15East Croydon (ECR)8:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£81One-way0 changes
- W454277:590h15East Croydon (ECR)8:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 49m.
The journey is about 22m faster (19m by train vs 41m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£7 vs £19). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45567 | 1:28 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h28 | 1:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45580 | On time 2:07 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h23 | 2:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45597 | On time 3:07 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h23 | 3:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27018 | On time 4:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h27 | 5:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45584 | On time 5:07 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h24 | 5:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45575 | On time 5:28 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h19 | 5:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32981 | On time 5:49 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 6:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26379 | 5:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h27 | 6:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82503 | 6:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h16 | 6:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32894 | On time 6:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h32 | 6:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45560 | On time 6:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 6:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45471 | On time 6:29 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 6:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32898 | On time 6:47 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h32 | 7:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45537 | 6:49 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 7:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45427 | 7:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26383 | 8:04 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26279 | 8:10 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32881 | 8:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h30 | 8:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45522 | 8:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26158 | 8:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93052_C93338 | 8:27 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h39 | 9:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G28268 | 8:29 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26385 | 8:34 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45426 | 8:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h34 | 9:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45610 | 8:39 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 8:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45408 | 9:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26392 | 10:04 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32951 | 10:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h28 | 10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32889 | 10:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h29 | 10:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45523 | 10:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26174 | 10:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45489 | 10:29 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26395 | 10:34 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32966 | 10:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h28 | 11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45609 | 10:39 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 10:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32916 | 10:47 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h29 | 11:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45402 | 11:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 12:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26406 | 12:04 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32964 | 12:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h28 | 12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32869 | 12:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h29 | 12:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32976 | 12:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26190 | 12:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 12:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45410 | 16:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 17:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26441 | 17:04 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h17 | 17:21 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32980 | 17:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h34 | 17:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26329 | 17:10 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h15 | 17:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32893 | 17:17 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h29 | 17:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45576 | 17:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h14 | 17:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 14m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:28 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and London Gatwick Airport from £5. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and London Gatwick Airport
Most East Croydon (ECR) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the East Croydon to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
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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