The average train between Plumstead and Croydon takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Plumstead 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 every 30 minutes between Plumstead and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plumstead is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Croydon at 1:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

44 min • 1 change

41 min • 1 change

46 min • 1 change

45 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Plumstead to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Plumstead station and arriving at Croydon station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
Plumstead to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Plumstead station.
Plumstead to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.
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The distance between Plumstead and Croydon is 16.9 km. The road distance is 30 km.
You can take a train from Plumstead to East Croydon via London Bridge in around 41 min.