The cheapest and fastest trains from Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leagrave (LEA) 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 Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leagrave (LEA) for East Croydon (ECR) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:38 Leagrave (LEA) | 1h10 | 10:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 21:08 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Leagrave (LEA) 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: Leagrave (LEA) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leagrave (LEA) 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 Leagrave (LEA) and East Croydon (ECR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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.
