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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 $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $11. The average price for this train route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Croydon?
The average train ride duration from Gatwick to Croydon is 26m, covering a distance of 15 miles (24 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators service the Gatwick to Croydon route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gatwick to Croydon?
The earliest train departs from Gatwick to Croydon at 7:00am. And 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 most timely service from Gatwick to Croydon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $10To 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.
