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Crayford to St Mary Cray by train

First train

12:28

Last train

21:28

Departure station

Crayford

Arrival station

St Mary Cray

Journey time

From 1h 11m

Distance

5 miles (8 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Crayford to St Mary Cray by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Crayford to St Mary Cray? Look no further.

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Crayford and St Mary Cray, which usually take 1 hour 25 minutes to complete the 5 miles (8 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 11 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 St Mary Cray by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Southeastern, 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 Crayford to St Mary Cray if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to St Mary Cray? 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 Crayford to St Mary Cray? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Crayford to St Mary Cray take?

The average journey time by train between Crayford and St Mary Cray is 1 hour and 25 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Crayford and St Mary Cray by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Crayford to St Mary Cray is 1 hour and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Crayford to St Mary Cray?

No, there are no direct train services from Crayford to St Mary Cray. Travelling from Crayford to St Mary Cray by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Crayford to St Mary Cray leave?

The first train from Crayford to St Mary Cray leaves at 12:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Crayford to St Mary Cray leave?

The last train from Crayford to St Mary Cray leaves at 21:28. 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 Crayford and St Mary Cray by train?

Trains travelling from Crayford to St Mary Cray cover a distance of around 5 miles (8 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from St Mary Cray to Crayford.

Cheap train tickets from Crayford to St Mary Cray

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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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