London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

28 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

30 m

Trains on 05 Sept

10

Distance

18 km

Cheap tickets

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 £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 10 trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR), including 10 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 30 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.

  • ThameslinkW45564
    0:540h34
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    1:28East Croydon (ECR)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45571
    0:240h33
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    0:57East Croydon (ECR)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45512
    2:320h34
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    3:06East Croydon (ECR)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45519
    3:320h34
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    4:06East Croydon (ECR)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45516
    4:320h34
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    5:06East Croydon (ECR)
    £101One-way
    0 changes

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 an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 18 km

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Train
Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£36

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Thameslink

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) is a train with an average price of £10.
The fastest way to travel from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) is by train with an average journey time of 33m.

Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London St Pancras International (STP) and East Croydon (ECR) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 38m faster (33m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly £26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £36). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45481
On time
16:00 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
16:28 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45379
On time
16:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h31
16:36 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32891
On time
16:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h30
16:45 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45416
On time
16:20 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
16:48 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45410
Delayed
15:48 16:30London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
16:15 16:15East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26231+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+South Western RailwayL81045
Delayed
16:12 16:31London St Pancras International (STP)
0h52
17:23 East Croydon (ECR)
2 changes
Saturday 5 September
ThameslinkW455710:24 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h33
0:57 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW455640:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
1:28 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45461
On time
1:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
2:06 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45512
On time
2:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
3:06 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45519
On time
3:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
4:06 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45516
On time
4:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
5:06 East Croydon (ECR)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026695:50 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
6:18 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW457186:00 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
6:28 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW456626:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h31
6:46 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026356:20 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h28
6:48 East Croydon (ECR)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as Tube or Southern offer trains services from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tube or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Tube or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR)

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Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 28m.

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
18 km
Average train duration
33m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
28m
First train
2:32
Last train
23:24
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
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: 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 £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
47m
Cheapest Southern Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
28m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£9
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) covers a distance of 18 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) is 18 km.
The first train from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 2:32.
The last train from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) departs at 23:24.
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).
Yes, there is a direct train between London St Pancras International (STP) and East Croydon (ECR). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).
The cheapest way to get from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London St Pancras International to East Croydon is primarily urban, passing through the cityscape of London and its suburbs. While not particularly known for scenic landscapes, passengers may enjoy views of the bustling city and some green spaces along the way.
Yes, a day trip from London St Pancras International to East Croydon is feasible, with a journey duration of 28m and a distance of 18 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR).

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Important Stations and Airports in London St Pancras International (STP) and East Croydon (ECR)

Most London St Pancras International (STP) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the London Victoria to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare London St Pancras International (STP) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Croydon
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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