How to get from Gatwick Airport to Croydon by train?

From Gatwick Airport to Croydon by train

Take one direct train from Gatwick Airport to Croydon in Croydon: take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to East Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is £8.50. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Croydon on the Moovit app.

35min£8.50
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    London Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    930 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Gatwick Airport to Croydon by bus and train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Croydon in Croydon, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Gatwick Airport station to East Croydon station. Next, take the 119 bus from East Croydon Station (E7) station to Croydon Flyover (KN) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is £5.85. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Croydon on the Moovit app.

39min£5.85
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Bus - 119119
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    London Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Station (E7)
    ID E7
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Croydon Colonnades
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Flyover (KN)
    ID KN
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gatwick Airport to Croydon

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Croydon is approximately 26.92 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gatwick Airport to Croydon by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Croydon – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Croydon

To check the train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Croydon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gatwick Airport) and destination (Croydon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Gatwick Airport to Croydon by bus and train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Croydon in Croydon, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Gatwick Airport station to East Croydon station. Next, take the 119 bus from East Croydon Station (E7) station to Croydon Flyover (KN) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is £5.85. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Croydon on the Moovit app.

39min£5.85
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Bus - 119119
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    London Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Station (E7)
    ID E7
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Croydon Colonnades
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Flyover (KN)
    ID KN
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Croydon?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gatwick Airport to Croydon?

    The alternative route takes 39 minutes, using Train line MILDMAY LINE, Bus line 119.

  • Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Croydon?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Croydon in Croydon in 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gatwick Airport to Croydon?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from London Bridge station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley to East Croydon station near Croydon in Croydon.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Croydon by train?

    The total travel time between Gatwick Airport and Croydon by train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gatwick Airport to get to Croydon?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the London Bridge station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gatwick Airport and Croydon?

    Get off the train at the East Croydon station, which is closest to Croydon.

  • When is the last train from Gatwick Airport to Croydon?

    The last train from Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Croydon in Croydon is the Thameslink line. It leaves the Gatwick Airport station at 03:45.

  • How much is the train fare from Gatwick Airport to Croydon?

    The ride from Gatwick Airport to Croydon costs £8.50.

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