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Esher to South Croydon by train

First train

05:52

Last train

08:52

Departure station

Esher

Arrival station

South Croydon

Journey time

From 51m

Distance

11 miles (18 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Esher to South Croydon by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Esher to South Croydon? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Esher and South Croydon, which usually take 1 hour 6 minutes to complete the 11 miles (18 km) journey. It can take as little as 51 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to South Croydon by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. South Western Railway, Thameslink or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Esher to South Croydon if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to South Croydon? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Esher to South Croydon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Esher and South Croydon by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Esher to South Croydon is 51 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Esher to South Croydon?

No, there are no direct train services from Esher to South Croydon. Travelling from Esher to South Croydon by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Esher to South Croydon leave?

The first train from Esher to South Croydon leaves at 05:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Esher to South Croydon leave?

The last train from Esher to South Croydon leaves at 08:52. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Esher and South Croydon by train?

Trains travelling from Esher to South Croydon cover a distance of around 11 miles (18 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from South Croydon to Esher.

Cheap train tickets from Esher to South Croydon

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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