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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow to Croydon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harrow to Croydon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 1h 5m.
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
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 22:42 |
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
Train companies: London Public Transportation (3), Southern from Harrow to Croydon trainsLondon Public Transportation (3), Southern trains will get you between Harrow and Croydon from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London Public Transportation (3)
About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£7
London Public Transportation (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£11
Southern frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Harrow to Croydon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow to Croydon 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 Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a visit to Croydon, 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, shopping areas, and enjoy local dining experiences.
Booking trains from Harrow to Croydon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Harrow to Croydon is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 5m and a distance of 28 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Harrow to Croydon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train distance from Harrow to Croydon is 28 km.
The train journey from Harrow to Croydon primarily traverses urban and suburban areas, offering views of London's residential and commercial districts rather than expansive scenic landscapes.
The cheapest way to get from Harrow to Croydon is by train, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from Harrow to Croydon covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Harrow to Croydon leaves at 0:20.
The train station in Harrow that goes to Croydon is Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW), and it arrives at East Croydon (ECR).
The last train from Harrow to Croydon departs at 22:42.
Yes, there is a direct train between Harrow and Croydon. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southern.
Trains from Harrow to Croydon run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harrow to Croydon.
There is no night train service from Harrow to Croydon.
Yes, you can take the train from Harrow to Croydon.
To travel from Harrow to Croydon, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrow and Croydon
Harrow
Croydon
The major train station for departures in Harrow is Harrow & Wealdstone. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrow & Wealdstone for your trip from Harrow to Croydon.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
Parking
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Barbers
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
Public transport options for Harrow-on-the-Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B3 station category. Step fee access is only available on the Northbound platform . You can only enter and exit using the Headstone Lane side entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage room located on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Headstone Lane
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop B in Long Elmes for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Long Elmes for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Closest station is Harrow & Wealdstone, 3 mins south by train.
The major train station for arrivals in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your journey to Croydon from Harrow.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:15 Saturday 06:25 - 20:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent High street shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton).
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for West Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop B5 in Station Road Due to ongoing works, the stops for Rail Replacement bus services at West Croydon bus station are subject to regular change. Please check with local staff if intending to use this service.
- Metro: London Trams (formerly Tramlink) services to Elmers End, Beckenham Junction and New Addington via East Croydon
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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