The average train between Deal and Croydon takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal to Croydon. 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 Deal and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Croydon at 12:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Deal to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Croydon station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Deal to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at East Croydon station.
Book your Deal to Croydon train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Deal and Croydon is 106.1 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Deal to East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 58m.