The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave London St Pancras International (STP) for East Croydon (ECR) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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 London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 18 km
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Live departures
London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h29 | 16:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h39 | 18:36 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 01:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h33 | 02:05 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:20 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h39 | 05:59 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 16m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Tube, Southern from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsThameslink, Tube, Southern trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) 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: London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) and East Croydon (ECR)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- 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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