Trains from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon from $8.17*

Trains from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon from $8.17*

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Gatwick Airport to East Croydon Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon, starting from $8.17 and averaging $8.49. The entire journey takes no more than 15m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:45
Gatwick Airport
07:01
East Croydon
16m, DirectSouthern
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07:15
Gatwick Airport
07:31
East Croydon
16m, DirectSouthern
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07:45
Gatwick Airport
08:01
East Croydon
16m, DirectSouthern
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08:15
Gatwick Airport
08:31
East Croydon
16m, DirectSouthern
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08:45
Gatwick Airport
09:01
East Croydon
16m, DirectSouthern
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09:08
Gatwick Airport
09:23
Paris
15m, DirectSouthern
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Gatwick Airport to East Croydon Train Route Details

The Gatwick Airport to East Croydon train ticket is from $8.17. The average travel time is 15m, covering a distance of approximately 16 miles. There are usually 37 daily trains provided by Southern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
15m
Distance
Distance
16 miles
Price
Price
$8.17*
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Gatwick Airport to East Croydon Train Travel Guide

Gatwick Airport to East Croydon Train Travel Guide

Arriving in East Croydon

With a journey time as short as 15m, you can reach East Croydon from Gatwick Airport, with an average of 37 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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