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Journey information from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport

  • Train Fares from: £5.60
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  • Changes: Direct

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.

Find out more about trains to Gatwick Airport

  • 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.

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  • What 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.

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  • What is the distance between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport?

    The distance between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport is 15 miles.

    Distance: 15 miles

  • What 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 .

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    No 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.

East Croydon to Gatwick Airport timetable

Check out the next trains departing from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport for Sunday 17th Jan 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
09:1809:3416m, direct
09:2609:4115m, direct
09:3009:4515m, direct
09:3710:0831m, direct
09:4109:5716m, direct
09:4810:0315m, direct
09:5110:1221m, direct
10:0110:1716m, direct
10:0410:1915m, direct
10:1110:3120m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon.

How to find cheap train tickets from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

Book in advance.

Save up to 61%** when you book in advance. Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket.

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for East Croydon to Gatwick Airport is right for you.

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National Railcards offer up to 1/3 off train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard.

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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.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.