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Trains from Manchester Stations to East Croydon (ECR)

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48

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

3hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to East Croydon (ECR)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and East Croydon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to East Croydon is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 34 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Southern, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and East Croydon.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to East Croydon Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Croydon
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Croydon

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and East Croydon

The travel time between Manchester Stations and East Croydon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and East Croydon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and East Croydon typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and East Croydon can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & East Croydon. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Southern, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and East Croydon.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and East Croydon, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.