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It takes an average of 28m to travel from London to Croydon by train, over a distance of around 9 miles (15 km). There are normally 1,191 trains per day travelling from London to Croydon and tickets for this journey start from £8.50 when you book in advance.
How to travel from London to Croydon by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London to Croydon? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1191 trains per day running between London and Croydon, which usually take 28 minutes to complete the 9 miles (15 km) journey. It can take as little as 12 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Thameslink, Gatwick Express 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 and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London to Croydon start from £8.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Croydon? 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.
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Want to know more about your journey from London to Croydon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Book in advance
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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 London to Croydon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible 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 here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.