Journey information from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
- Train Fares from: £5.60
- Fastest route:
- Slowest route:
- Average journey time:
- Changes: Direct
- Trains per day: Around 309
- Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
- Train operators: Great Northern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern
- Origin: East Croydon
- Destination: Gatwick Airport
Trains to Gatwick Airport
London Gatwick Airport is Britain’s second busiest airport. For ease and to save on costs, many travellers take the train to get there. Gatwick Airport is situated South East of London, in West Sussex county. It’s only a thirty minute train journey away from London city centre. From there, it’s easy to get further trains to Cambridge, Canterbury, Oxford and many other cities and towns in South East England.
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How long does it take to travel from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport by train?
The average journey time between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport is . On an average weekday, there are 309 trains travelling from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.
Avg. DurationWhat is the fastest journey from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport by train?
The fastest journey time by train is .
How much does the train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport cost?
Train tickets from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport can start from as little as £5.60 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Are there direct trains from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport?
Yes, it is possible to travel from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport.
DirectWhat is the distance between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport?
The distance between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport is 15 miles.
Distance: 15 milesWhat time is the first train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport?
The first train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport departs at .
What time is the last train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport?
The last train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport departs at .
First trainLast trainNo sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.
Our guide to ticket types:*Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon.