The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
7:211h46East Croydon (ECR)9:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£241One-way0 changes
5:402h04East Croydon (ECR)7:44Stansted Airport (SSD)£371One-way0 changes
7:211h46East Croydon (ECR)9:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£241One-way0 changes
5:402h04East Croydon (ECR)7:44Stansted Airport (SSD)£371One-way0 changes
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 2 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h04 | 7:44 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 1h46 | 9:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 21:03 |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Tube, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsGreater Anglia, Tube, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £23. 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
- 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 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.
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