Croydon to Ashford by train

Travelling from Croydon to Ashford by train

Considering a train trip from Croydon to Ashford? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Croydon and Ashford

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €34.37. 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 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.

Croydon to Ashford departure frequency and train timetable

With 99 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 8 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:18 and the last one is at 23:18. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 02:36, with the last one at 23:41.

Travel time and distance between Croydon and Ashford

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering a total of 72 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Croydon to Ashford trains

Tickets for travel to Ashford along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Ashford

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Ashford.