The average train between Croydon and Theale takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Croydon to Theale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Croydon and Theale. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Croydon is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Theale at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Croydon to Theale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Theale. However, there are services departing from Croydon station and arriving at Theale station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Croydon to Theale train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.
Croydon to Theale train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Theale station.
Book your Croydon to Theale train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Croydon and Theale is 68 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from East Croydon to Theale via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 7m.