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It takes an average of 2h 40m to travel from Birmingham International to East Croydon by train, over a distance of around 102 miles (164 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Birmingham International to East Croydon and tickets for this journey start from £22.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:46 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham International | |
| Arrival station | East Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 2h 10m | |
| Distance | 102 miles (164 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Birmingham International to East Croydon in 2 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham International to East Croydon? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 102 miles (164 km) from Birmingham International to East Croydon by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Thameslink to East Croydon. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Birmingham International to East Croydon in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £22.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to East Croydon by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.