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Croydon to London Charing Cross Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Croydon to London Charing Cross? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €10.13, with average prices for this route around €10.13.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:10
36m, Changes required
East Croydon
05:46
London Charing Cross
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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05:20
49m, Changes required
East Croydon
06:09
London Charing Cross
SouthernSoutheastern
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05:40
35m, Changes required
East Croydon
06:15
London Charing Cross
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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06:01
34m, Changes required
East Croydon
06:35
London Charing Cross
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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06:03
37m, Changes required
East Croydon
06:40
London Charing Cross
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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06:15
36m, Changes required
East Croydon
06:51
Paris
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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Croydon to London Charing Cross Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:19
Last train
Last train
23:51
Departure station
Departure station
Croydon
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Charing Cross
Journey time
Journey time
32m
Distance
Distance
15 km
Price
Price
€10.13*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Croydon to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between Croydon and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Croydon to London Charing Cross. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Croydon to London Charing Cross for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Croydon to London Charing Cross, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Croydon to London Charing Cross ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Croydon to London Charing Cross train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.