Crewe to Croydon by train

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Overview: trains from Crewe to Croydon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Crewe to Croydon, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:59 View journey
Last train 22:04 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 249
Trains / day 46 View all
Cheapest journey AU$106.54 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 2m
Train operators 9

From Crewe to Croydon by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Crewe to Croydon by train. With 46 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of a train ticket between Crewe and Croydon

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$106.54. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Crewe and Croydon

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 46 trains make this journey of 249 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Crewe is at 05:36 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:04.

During the weekend, 04:59 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:41 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 24 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Crewe to Croydon

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 23 minutes. The total distance travelled is 249 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Crewe and Croydon?

You can secure tickets for travel between Crewe and Croydon up to 5 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Crewe to Croydon travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Croydon.

FAQs about the train journey from Crewe to Croydon

Want to know more about your journey from Crewe to Croydon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Crewe to Croydon covers 249 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.