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Outbound fromClapham Junction to East Croydon by train
It takes an average of 18m to travel from Clapham Junction to East Croydon by train, over a distance of around 7 miles (11 km). There are normally 273 trains per day travelling from Clapham Junction to East Croydon and tickets for this journey start from £5.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:27 | |
| Departure station | Clapham Junction | |
| Arrival station | East Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 9m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (11 km) | |
| Frequency | 273 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.80 | |
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Travelling by train from Clapham Junction to East Croydon
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Generally, the train from Clapham Junction to East Croydon takes 17 minutes, although the quickest services can take as little as 9 minutes. You can expect to find 202 direct trains running on this popular route each day, so you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
On this route, you’ll board a Southern train at Clapham Junction station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can begin to enjoy the onboard amenities, including comfortable seating and generous luggage storage. In less than 10 minutes, your train will arrive at East Croydon station.
Once you’ve left the station, you’re just a short walk from Croydon town centre. Here, you’ll find a wide variety of shops, restaurants, bars and café to explore.
If you’d like to book cheaper train tickets, try travelling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are normally cheaper during quieter travel times on weekdays and weekends. Also, if you tend to travel by train frequently, why not get yourself a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Eager to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Clapham Junction to East Croydon in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to read more information about the journey first, continue reading for our train timetables, tips on finding cheap fares and FAQs.
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Cheap train tickets from Clapham Junction to East Croydon
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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 Clapham Junction to East Croydon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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