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It takes an average of 4h 5m to travel from Cardiff Central to East Croydon by train, over a distance of around 133 miles (214 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to East Croydon and tickets for this journey start from £46 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | East Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 2h 51m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (214 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £46 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Cardiff Central to East Croydon by train
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to East Croydon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 5 minutes to travel from Cardiff Central to East Croydon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 51 minutes though. You'll usually find 53 trains per day running along the 133 miles (214 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to East Croydon, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to get to East Croydon. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cardiff Central to East Croydon in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £46.00.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to East Croydon?
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.