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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
56 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h
Trains on 17 Sept
50
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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8:511h07Heathrow Terminals 2 & 39:58East Croydon (ECR)£221One-way1 change- 8:551h10Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:05East Croydon (ECR)£221One-way1 change
- 9:061h09Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:15East Croydon (ECR)£221One-way1 change
- 9:211h07Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:28East Croydon (ECR)£221One-way1 change
- 9:251h10Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:35East Croydon (ECR)£221One-way1 change
14:320h56Heathrow Terminals 2 & 315:28East Croydon (ECR)£471One-way2 changes- 8:471h01Heathrow Terminals 2 & 39:48East Croydon (ECR)£471One-way2 changes
- 9:171h01Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:18East Croydon (ECR)£471One-way2 changes
- 9:471h01Heathrow Terminals 2 & 310:48East Croydon (ECR)£471One-way2 changes
- 10:171h01Heathrow Terminals 2 & 311:18East Croydon (ECR)£471One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 27 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR):
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) costing on average £21.
Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 53m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C37422+ W45545 | 10:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h18 | 11:18 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37422+W45545 | 10:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h12 | 11:18 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37443+W45384 | 10:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h21 | 11:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37884+W45384 | 10:20 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h16 | 11:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37884+W45384 | 10:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h11 | 11:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
W32982+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W10841 | 10:27 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h21 | 11:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 2 changes | |
| C37469+W32982 | 10:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h18 | 11:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37469+W32982 | 10:36 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h12 | 11:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37489+W32964 | 10:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h21 | 12:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37926+W32964 | 10:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h16 | 12:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37926+W32964 | 10:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h11 | 12:06 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37516+W32869+W10847 | 10:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h19 | 12:16 East Croydon (ECR) | 2 changes | |
| C37516+W32869 | 11:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h16 | 12:16 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37516+W32869 | 11:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h10 | 12:16 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37536+W32973 | 11:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h21 | 12:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37966+W32973 | 11:20 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h16 | 12:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| C37966+W32973 | 11:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h11 | 12:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 1 change | |
| W45569+W10853+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 11:27 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1h21 | 12:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 07:21. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 7:21 |
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Train companies: Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trainsElizabeth line, Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and East Croydon (ECR) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport and East Croydon (ECR)
Most London Heathrow Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the London Victoria to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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