Map of East Croydon Station – Train, Tram & Entrance Guide
East Croydon Station is one of the busiest railway stations in south London and a major transport interchange for the London Borough of Croydon. Located beside George Street and central Croydon, the station provides frequent regional and suburban train services to central London, Gatwick Airport, Brighton and destinations across southern England.
The station is directly connected with East Croydon Tram Stop and is within walking distance of Croydon’s principal shopping, business and entertainment districts. Its combination of fast railway services, local trams and bus connections makes it an important transport hub for commuters, residents and visitors.
This map of East Croydon Station provides a location guide to the main entrance, Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road entrance, railway platforms, tram stop, bus connections, taxi facilities, surrounding streets and nearby attractions.
## Quick Answer
East Croydon Station is located on Station Approach near George Street in central Croydon. The main entrance provides access to the station concourse and railway platforms, while an additional entrance connects with Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road.
## Map of East Croydon Station
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## Where Is East Croydon Station Located?
East Croydon Station is located on Station Approach in the centre of Croydon in south London.
The station stands between George Street, Cherry Orchard Road, Billinton Hill, Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road. East Croydon Tram Stop is situated directly outside the main entrance.
The map marker identifies the principal Station Approach entrance near George Street.
## Train Services
### Southern
Southern operates frequent suburban and regional services through East Croydon Station.
Northbound destinations may include London Bridge, London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Watford Junction.
Southbound destinations may include Gatwick Airport, Brighton, Eastbourne, Littlehampton, Horsham, Caterham, Tattenham Corner and destinations across Surrey and Sussex.
### Thameslink
Thameslink operates services through central London and onwards to destinations north and south of the capital.
Northbound services may operate towards London Bridge, London Blackfriars, City Thameslink, Farringdon, London St Pancras International, Bedford, Cambridge and Peterborough.
Southbound services may operate towards Gatwick Airport, Three Bridges, Horsham and Brighton.
### Gatwick Express
Selected Gatwick Express services operate through East Croydon between London Victoria, Gatwick Airport and Brighton.
Passengers should check current departure displays because not every Gatwick Express service stops at East Croydon.
### Southeastern
Selected Southeastern services may operate through East Croydon as part of routes connecting destinations across south London and Kent.
Passengers should check current timetables because service operators, stopping patterns and platform allocations may change.
## Station Areas
### Station Approach Entrance
The principal entrance is located on Station Approach near George Street.
It provides access to the main station concourse, ticket barriers, passenger facilities and ramps leading towards the railway platforms.
### Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road Entrance
An additional entrance is located on the northern side of the station near Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road.
This entrance provides elevator access to the platforms and convenient access from nearby offices, hotels and residential developments.
### Main Concourse
The station concourse contains departure boards, ticketing facilities, passenger information, shops and access routes towards the platforms.
### Railway Platforms
East Croydon Station has six numbered passenger platforms.
The platforms serve trains towards central London, Gatwick Airport, Brighton and destinations throughout southern England.
### East Croydon Tram Stop
East Croydon Tram Stop is located immediately outside the main railway station entrance.
The tram platforms provide convenient connections with central Croydon and surrounding districts.
### Interchange Routes
Ramps, elevators, stairways and a station footbridge connect the entrances with the railway platforms.
Passengers should allow additional time when changing between trains or transferring between railway and tram services.
## Station Facilities
• Ticket office and ticket machines
• Passenger information displays
• Staffed station areas
• Accessible station entrances
• Elevators, ramps and stairways
• Step-free access to all platforms
• Waiting areas
• Toilets and accessible toilets
• Baby-changing facilities
• Passenger assistance services
• Shops and food outlets
• Bicycle parking
• Tram connections
• Bus connections
• Taxi and private hire pickup areas
• Public Wi-Fi
## Transport Connections
### London Trams
East Croydon Tram Stop provides direct connections with destinations across Croydon and surrounding areas.
Services may operate towards Wimbledon, Beckenham Junction, Elmers End and New Addington.
Passengers should check the destination displayed on the tram because services divide between several branches.
### Buses
Numerous London bus routes operate from stops around East Croydon Station, George Street, Cherry Orchard Road and nearby streets.
Bus services connect the station with destinations throughout Croydon, south London and neighbouring districts.
### Taxis
Taxi and private hire pickup facilities are available around the station precinct.
Passengers should follow current signs for authorised taxi ranks and designated pickup areas.
### Walking
Central Croydon, Boxpark Croydon, Fairfield Halls, Centrale Shopping Centre and the main commercial district are within walking distance.
### Cycling
Bicycle parking and cycle routes are available around the station and surrounding streets.
Cyclists should take care around the tram tracks and busy roads near the station entrance.
## Nearby Attractions
• Boxpark Croydon
• Fairfield Halls
• Museum of Croydon
• Croydon Clocktower
• Centrale Shopping Centre
• Whitgift Centre
• Queen’s Gardens
• Surrey Street Market
• Croydon Minster
• Wandle Park
• Park Hill Park
• Croydon town centre
## Visitor Tips
Check the departure displays carefully because trains towards central London may operate to London Victoria, London Bridge or other destinations.
Confirm whether your train stops at East Croydon because some express services pass through without stopping.
Use the Station Approach entrance for George Street, East Croydon Tram Stop, Boxpark Croydon and central Croydon.
Use the Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road entrance for destinations north of the station and elevator access to the platforms.
Allow additional time when changing trains because East Croydon has several busy platforms serving different routes.
Check the destination displayed on trams because services operate towards several different branches.
Check live railway information before travelling because engineering work may affect services between Croydon, central London, Gatwick Airport and Brighton.
Do not confuse East Croydon Station with West Croydon Station or South Croydon Station, which are separate railway stations.
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Where is East Croydon Station?
East Croydon Station is located on Station Approach near George Street in central Croydon.
### Which train operators serve East Croydon Station?
The station is principally served by Southern and Thameslink, with selected Gatwick Express and Southeastern services.
### How many platforms does East Croydon Station have?
East Croydon Station has six numbered passenger platforms.
### Is East Croydon Station accessible?
Yes. Step-free routes are available to all platforms using ramps from the main concourse and elevators from the Lansdowne Road and Dingwall Road entrance.
### Can passengers travel directly to London Victoria?
Yes. Southern operates frequent direct trains between East Croydon and London Victoria.
### Can passengers travel directly to London Bridge?
Yes. Southern and Thameslink services provide frequent direct connections between East Croydon and London Bridge.
### Can passengers travel directly to Gatwick Airport?
Yes. Frequent direct services operate between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport.
### Can passengers travel directly to Brighton?
Yes. Direct Southern, Thameslink and selected Gatwick Express services operate between East Croydon and Brighton.
### Is there a tram stop at East Croydon Station?
Yes. East Croydon Tram Stop is located immediately outside the main railway station entrance.
### Is West Croydon the same station?
No. West Croydon is a separate railway, London Overground and tram station located west of East Croydon.
Related Railway Station Maps
- Gatwick Airport Station Map
- Brighton Station Map
- Clapham Junction Station Map
- London Victoria Station Map
Disclaimer: This map is provided as a general location and orientation guide. Station entrances, pedestrian routes, elevator availability, platform access, railway and tram services, bus stops and taxi facilities may change because of construction, maintenance or operational requirements. Check official transport information and signs at the station before travelling.