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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
47 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
47 m
Trains on 07 Sept
41
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton 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 Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 41 trains from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR), including 30 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
G26732 · G2646219:130h58Brighton station (BTN)20:11East Croydon (ECR)£91One-way1 change- G26701 · G2643114:430h58Brighton station (BTN)15:41East Croydon (ECR)£91One-way1 change
- G26705 · G2643515:130h58Brighton station (BTN)16:11East Croydon (ECR)£91One-way1 change
- G88660 · G2643815:430h58Brighton station (BTN)16:41East Croydon (ECR)£91One-way1 change
- G88693 · G2648719:430h58Brighton station (BTN)20:41East Croydon (ECR)£111One-way1 change
W4547519:140h47Brighton station (BTN)20:01East Croydon (ECR)£231One-way0 changes- W4538818:140h47Brighton station (BTN)19:01East Croydon (ECR)£231One-way0 changes
- W4540417:440h47Brighton station (BTN)18:31East Croydon (ECR)£231One-way0 changes
- W4540018:440h47Brighton station (BTN)19:31East Croydon (ECR)£231One-way0 changes
- W4547412:140h47Brighton station (BTN)13:01East Croydon (ECR)£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR):
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) costing on average £16.
Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 3m.
The journey is about 24m faster (53m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £25). 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.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southern, Southern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G77379 · G26414 | 12:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 13:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45474 | 12:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 13:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45372 | 12:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 13:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26689 · G26417 | 12:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 13:41 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45432 | 12:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 13:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45536 | 12:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 13:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88638 · G26421 | 13:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 14:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45476 | 13:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 14:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45573 | 13:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 14:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26695 · G26424 | 13:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 14:41 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45423 | 13:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 14:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45549 | 13:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 14:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88648 · G26428 | 14:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 15:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45393 | 14:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 15:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32978 | 14:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 15:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26701 · G26431 | 14:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 15:41 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45433 | 14:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 15:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45415 | 14:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 15:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26705 · G26435 | 15:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 16:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45470 | 15:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 16:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45419 | 15:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 16:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88660 · G26438 | 15:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 16:41 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45405 | 15:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 16:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45438 | 15:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 16:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26711 · G26442 | 16:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 17:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45464 | 16:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 17:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G28272 | 16:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 17:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45429 | 16:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 17:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45417 | 16:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 17:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45390 | 17:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 18:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45611 | 17:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 18:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45404 | 17:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 18:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45526 | 17:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 18:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45388 | 18:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 19:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45599 | 18:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 19:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45400 | 18:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 19:31 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45552 | 18:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 19:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26732 · G26462 | 19:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 20:11 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45475 | 19:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h47 | 20:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45572 | 19:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 20:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88693 · G26487 | 19:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 20:41 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 47m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 5:39 |
Last train 19:58 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and East Croydon (ECR) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and East Croydon (ECR)
Most Brighton to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the Brighton to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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 the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: 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.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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