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From Birmingham New Street to East Croydon, take the fastest train in 2 hours 15 minutes, typically 2 hours 31 minutes. Daily, 82 trains depart from Birmingham New Street, with the first at 05:02 and the last at 23:11. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
09:32 Birmingham New Street | 3 hours 16 minutes, 1 change | 12:48 East Croydon | Chiltern Railways | Find tickets |
09:47 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 15 minutes, 1 change | 12:02 East Croydon | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets |
10:03 Birmingham New Street | 3 hours 18 minutes, 2 change | 13:21 East Croydon | CrossCountry | Find tickets |
10:17 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 23 minutes, 1 change | 12:40 East Croydon | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets |
10:21 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 31 minutes, 1 change | 12:52 East Croydon | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Birmingham New Street to East Croydon with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
Travelling by train from Birmingham New Street to East Croydon is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from Birmingham New Street, you can reach East Croydon in just 2 hours 15 minutes, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.

The quickest train journey from Birmingham New Street to East Croydon takes 2 hours 15 minutes . Utilise our Train Journey Planner to locate direct trains, minimise transfers, and compare travel times across various routes. Discover the most efficient way to travel with fewer stops for a smooth and seamless journey.
No, there are no direct trains from Birmingham New Street to East Croydon. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

Birmingham New Street to East Croydon trains are generally punctual, but delays or cancellations can occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. After purchasing a ticket, use TrainPal to track live train updates. Before buying a ticket, our Train Journey Planner provides all necessary booking information. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations, click 'Search,' and view routes labelled 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest,' with all details displayed.
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