First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 15 Sept
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 1 trains from East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 62 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 18m faster (1h 27m by train vs 1h 45m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £27). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 East Croydon (ECR) | 1h49 | 6:29 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 12:03. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 12:03 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most East Croydon (ECR) to London Stansted Airport trains use the East Croydon to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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