Taking the train from New Cross to Croydon

Ready to book a trip from New Cross to Croydon by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between New Cross and Croydon

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$6.10

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

New Cross to Croydon daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Croydon on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 74 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:12: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:50: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:12: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:57: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 15 minutes: frequency of train departures

Travel time and distance between New Cross and Croydon

The route’s fastest journey takes 11 minutes, covering a total of 12 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between New Cross and Croydon?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making your New Cross to Croydon travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Croydon.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between New Cross and Croydon by train?

The train journey from New Cross to Croydon covers 12 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from New Cross to Croydon?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$6.10. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my New Cross to Croydon train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from New Cross to Croydon by train?

The shortest trip is 11 minutes.