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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | East Croydon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | East Croydon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | East Croydon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | East Croydon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | East Croydon | No tags |
Get from Gatwick to Croydon
The journey takes about 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Croydon by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Croydon?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Croydon start at $16. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Gatwick to Croydon?
The average train trip from Gatwick to Croydon takes 26m and covers 24 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Croydon route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Croydon?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Croydon departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Gatwick to Croydon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Croydon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Gatwick to Croydon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gatwick to Croydon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Croydon was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Croydon, as early as possible.
