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20:091h43Reading station (RDG)21:52East Croydon (ECR)£141One-way0 changes- 5:391h43Reading station (RDG)7:22East Croydon (ECR)£271One-way0 changes
- 5:391h43Reading station (RDG)7:22East Croydon (ECR)£271One-way0 changes
- 20:091h43Reading station (RDG)21:52East Croydon (ECR)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR)
The cheapest option from Reading to East Croydon is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Reading to East Croydon among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 62 km
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1h 45m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1h43 | 7:22 East Croydon (ECR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR)
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Reading to East Croydon, including direct trains, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Lowest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 3:32 |
Last train 20:09 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) 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.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) and East Croydon (ECR)
Most Reading station (RDG) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the Reading to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading station (RDG) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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