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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
59 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Preston Park (PRP) 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 59 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
10:190h49
East Croydon (ECR)11:08Preston Park (PRP)
£231One-way
0 changes
18:040h47
East Croydon (ECR)18:51Preston Park (PRP)
£231One-way
0 changes
18:040h47
East Croydon (ECR)18:51Preston Park (PRP)
£231One-way
0 changes
10:190h49
East Croydon (ECR)11:08Preston Park (PRP)
£231One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 59 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:48
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h49 | 13:08 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 20:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Preston Park (PRP) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) train
FAQs: Travel by train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP).
The train distance from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) is 59 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between East Croydon (ECR) and Preston Park (PRP). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink.
The train journey from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) covers a distance of 59 km and takes approximately 46m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) leaves at 4:49.
The last train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) departs at 20:49.
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
To get from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The cheapest way to get from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
Yes, you can take the train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Preston Park (PRP)
Croydon
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your trip from Croydon to Brighton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Brighton is Preston Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston Park for your journey to Brighton from Croydon.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from East Croydon (ECR)
Most popular trains to and from Preston Park (PRP) and East Croydon (ECR)
Most popular train connections to Preston Park (PRP)
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