The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 6 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for East Croydon (ECR) on Wed, Feb 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 31 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.
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W59414Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59712 | Delayed 12:01 AM 12:01 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h23 | 12:24 AM 12:24 AMEast Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
W59414 | On time 6:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 6:33 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59500 | On time 6:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:21 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W60109 | On time 6:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:28 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84439 | On time 6:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:31 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G83647 | On time 6:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 6:45 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P43131_P25769 | 6:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 6:59 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 15m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, first_great_western from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, first_great_western trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
- 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.
