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Elephant & Castle to Croydon train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Elephant & Castle to Croydon, starting from AU$11.46 and averaging AU$24.71. The entire journey takes no more than 38m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:10 Elephant & Castle	01:13 East Croydon	1h 3m, Direct		Find Tickets
04:16 Elephant & Castle	05:31 East Croydon	1h 15m, No direct		Find Tickets
04:38 Elephant & Castle	05:43 East Croydon	1h 5m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:10 Elephant & Castle	05:48 East Croydon	38m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:30 Elephant & Castle	06:24 West Croydon	54m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:35 Elephant & Castle	06:16 Paris	41m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Elephant & Castle to Croydon train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

Croydon

Journey time

38m

Distance

9 miles

Price

AU$11.46*

Train Operators

London Overground, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Croydon

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elephant & Castle to Croydon. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elephant & Castle to Croydon, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Elephant & Castle to Croydon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Elephant & Castle to Croydon 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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