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Trains from Watford Junction to East Croydon (ECR)

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78

train journeys
per day

23

miles (38 kms)

56 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:12

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to East Croydon (ECR)

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On a typical weekday there are 78 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and East Croydon , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 61 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to East Croydon is approximately 23 miles (38 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 14 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and East Croydon.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to East Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 56 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to East Croydon Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:26
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    02:06
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:15
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:48
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:13
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    06:39
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    58 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    07:01
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:26
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 1 change
    07:52
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    08:03
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:39
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    09:01
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 1 change
    09:52
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    10:01
    Watford Junction
    East Croydon
    Watford Junction to East Croydon

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Watford Junction and East Croydon

The travel time between Watford Junction and East Croydon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and East Croydon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 78 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Watford Junction to East Croydon

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and East Croydon.

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