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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to East Croydon (ECR)

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30

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to East Croydon (ECR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:34
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:10
    3 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 3 changes
    12:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 3 changes
    13:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:26
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:06
    3 hrs 3 changes
    14:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:41
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:36
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:06
    3 hrs 3 changes
    17:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:41
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:41
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & East Croydon. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Croydon, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.