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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 35 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for East Croydon (ECR) every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 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.
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Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y36690 | On time 08:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 08:33 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y11170 | On time 08:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 08:18 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y37184 | On time 08:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 08:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y28669 | On time 08:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 08:28 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y36841 | On time 08:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 08:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y36049 | On time 08:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 08:45 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 14m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, first_great_western from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, first_great_western trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and East Croydon (ECR) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and East Croydon (ECR)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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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