London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€5
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€9
Fastest journey on Nov 02
14 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
15 m
Trains on Nov 02
68
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 68 trains from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR), including 68 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 15 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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  • SouthernC82423
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR)

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 14m.

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
25 km
Average train duration
20m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
14m
First train
5:02 AM
Last train
10:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkW45749
On time
6:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
6:34 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC02546
On time
6:23 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h18
6:41 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82319
On time
6:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h22
6:50 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45814
On time
6:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h19
6:54 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC02756
On time
9:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
10:31 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18608
On time
9:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:14 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26294
On time
10:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
10:17 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82257
On time
10:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:30 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18607
On time
10:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:44 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26398
On time
10:33 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
10:47 AM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18604
On time
11:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
12:14 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC02562
On time
11:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
12:31 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26306
On time
12:03 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
12:17 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82265
On time
12:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
12:29 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18603
On time
12:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
12:44 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26412
On time
12:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
12:47 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82419
On time
3:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h23
4:07 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45756
On time
3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
4:04 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC02706
On time
3:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
4:31 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18596
On time
3:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
4:14 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26328
On time
4:03 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
4:17 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82281
On time
4:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
4:29 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18595
On time
4:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
4:44 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26440
On time
4:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
4:47 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45453
On time
4:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
5:01 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82429
On time
4:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h23
5:07 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82283
On time
4:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
4:59 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45752
On time
4:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
5:04 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC02703
On time
4:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
5:31 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18594
On time
4:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
5:14 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26334
On time
5:03 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
5:17 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82285
On time
5:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
5:29 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18593
On time
5:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
5:44 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26447
On time
5:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
5:47 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82301
On time
9:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
9:29 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18585
On time
9:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
9:44 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26476
On time
9:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
9:47 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82482
On time
9:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h23
10:07 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82305
On time
9:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
9:59 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45799
On time
9:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:04 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18584
On time
9:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:14 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45450
On time
10:00 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h33
10:33 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26365
On time
10:03 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
10:17 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82308
On time
10:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h14
10:29 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45503
On time
10:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h37
11:04 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX18583
On time
10:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h15
10:44 PM East Croydon (ECR)		0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport 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
14m
Cheapest Southern Price
€9
Southern frequency
7 a day
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
Learn more about Southern

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
14m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€9
Thameslink frequency
9 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
Learn more about Thameslink

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Gatwick Airport and East Croydon (ECR)

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When taking a train from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR), you can count on Southern, Thameslink for the best way to get you to East Croydon (ECR). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and East Croydon (ECR) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) is 14m to travel the 25 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 5:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 10:55 PM.
Yes,there are 17 direct trains a day from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) with Southern, Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
A day trip to East Croydon (ECR) from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a train between London Gatwick Airport and East Croydon (ECR).

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Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR)

Most London Gatwick Airport to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the London Bridge to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport 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
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LFWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre

East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN68 · 11m · €2 · every ~2 min

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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