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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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252

train journeys
per day

15

miles (24 kms)

14 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:29

first / last train

252

direct trains

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 252 scheduled rail journeys between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport , with 252 of them being direct trains.

The distance by rail from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 19 mins.

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Croydon to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 14 mins.

Journeys from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:01
    29 mins Direct
    00:30
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:28
    20 mins Direct
    00:48
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:31
    32 mins Direct
    01:03
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:58
    24 mins Direct
    01:22
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:28
    30 mins Direct
    01:58
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:07
    23 mins Direct
    02:30
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:07
    23 mins Direct
    03:30
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:07
    23 mins Direct
    04:30
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:07
    24 mins Direct
    05:31
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:28
    19 mins Direct
    05:47
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:31
    29 mins Direct
    06:00
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    15 mins Direct
    06:04
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:52
    25 mins Direct
    06:17
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    32 mins Direct
    06:49
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    15 mins Direct
    06:34
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    15 mins Direct
    06:38
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:29
    15 mins Direct
    06:44
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    32 mins Direct
    07:19
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    15 mins Direct
    07:04
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    15 mins Direct
    07:08
    East Croydon
    Gatwick Airport
    East Croydon to Gatwick Airport

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

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 252 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 252 direct services per day from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport.

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