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East Croydon to Sanderstead train prices and times

Planning a journey from East Croydon to Sanderstead? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €5.05, with average prices for this route around €5.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:40 5m, Direct East Croydon	16:45 Sanderstead	Find Tickets
17:10 5m, Direct East Croydon	17:15 Sanderstead	Find Tickets
17:25 6m, Direct East Croydon	17:31 Sanderstead	Find Tickets
17:40 5m, Direct East Croydon	17:45 Sanderstead	Find Tickets
17:54 6m, Direct East Croydon	18:00 Sanderstead	Find Tickets
18:10 5m, Direct East Croydon	18:15 Paris	Find Tickets

East Croydon to Sanderstead train route details

First train

05:42

Last train

23:40

Departure station

East Croydon

Arrival station

Sanderstead

Journey time

Distance

3 miles

Price

€5.05*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from East Croydon to Sanderstead

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from East Croydon to Sanderstead can result in significant cost savings.

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 for greater savings

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 East Croydon to Sanderstead, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from East Croydon to Sanderstead ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from East Croydon to Sanderstead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

East Croydon to Sanderstead 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 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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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