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South Croydon to City Thameslink Train prices and times
Looking to travel from South Croydon to City Thameslink? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.80, with average prices for this route around £8.50.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:16 South Croydon | 06:03 City Thameslink |   | Find Tickets |
06:00 South Croydon | 06:28 City Thameslink | | Find Tickets |
06:20 South Croydon | 06:53 City Thameslink | | Find Tickets |
06:30 South Croydon | 06:58 City Thameslink | | Find Tickets |
06:51 South Croydon | 07:23 City Thameslink | | Find Tickets |
07:00 South Croydon | 07:28 Paris | | Find Tickets |
South Croydon to City Thameslink Train Route Details
First train
05:16
Last train
23:34
Journey time
28m
Distance
17 km
Price
£5.80*
How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to City Thameslink
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from South Croydon to City Thameslink can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 South Croydon to City Thameslink, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from South Croydon to City Thameslink ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
South Croydon to City Thameslink train ticket types
Save money on your trip from South Croydon to City Thameslink with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.