The average train between Croydon and Trafford takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Croydon to Trafford. 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 3 hours between Croydon and Trafford. The earliest departure is at 9:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Croydon is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Trafford at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 4m • 2 changes

4h 4m • 2 changes

3h 46m • 2 changes

3h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Croydon to Trafford? 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 Trafford. However, there are services departing from London Euston station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Croydon to Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.
Croydon to Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Croydon and Trafford is 276.8 km. The road distance is 320 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m.