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De La Warr Pavilion
Leading contemporary arts venue in a celebrated modernist building. Visit for exhibitions, design interest, and major cultural events by the sea.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Bexhill is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Bexhill will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Crawley for Bexhill on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Bexhill among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-8.94. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Bexhill trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:26 AM Crawley | 1h22 | 11:48 AM Bexhill | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Crawley to Bexhill run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:58, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 1:58 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Bexhill — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bexhill trip today.
Leading contemporary arts venue in a celebrated modernist building. Visit for exhibitions, design interest, and major cultural events by the sea.
Local museum covering Bexhill’s social history, archaeology, costumes, and seaside heritage. A compact, useful introduction to the town.
Gallery within Bexhill Museum focused on motoring heritage. Worth seeing because Bexhill hosted Britain’s first motor race in 1902.
Wide shingle beach and promenade ideal for walking, sea views, and classic south coast atmosphere. One of the town’s main leisure areas.
Historic heart of Bexhill with lanes, cottages, church, and castle remains. Best area for atmosphere and a sense of the town before the resort era.
Linear promenade walk along the beach with open views and frequent seating. A practical, relaxing route for visitors in all seasons.
A classic Sussex sea fish, usually pan-fried or baked. It reflects Bexhill's coastal setting and long link to fresh catches from the English Channel.
Smoked herring fillets, traditionally eaten on the Sussex coast. They are valued for their rich flavour and connection to local fishing heritage.
A Sussex staple made with local beef and ale in gravy under a pastry lid. It is a comforting pub dish common across East Sussex.
Established independent Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere in central Bexhill.
Well-known casual venue for breakfast, brunch, coffee and light lunches, popular for its welcoming style and reliable quality.
Popular seafront seafood restaurant known for fish and chips, shellfish and relaxed coastal dining close to the promenade.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but summer stays, rail fares, and seafront restaurants can raise daily costs.
Service is often included or optional. If not included, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Bexhill Railway Station -> Bexhill Town Centre, Bexhill
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Bexhill by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bexhill, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Crawley to Bexhill trains use the Gatwick Airport to Bexhill station pair, with some services arriving at Cooden Beach. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Bexhill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Three Bridges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Three Bridges: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bexhill is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Bexhill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bexhill.
Wi-Fi is available at Bexhill. ATMs are available at Bexhill.
Ticket office support is available at Bexhill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bexhill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bexhill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bexhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step free access via long steep ramps (over 400m/gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Cooden Beach is 3 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Cooden Beach has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Cooden Beach.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cooden Beach: Parking.
Available at Cooden Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cooden Beach: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramps to platforms (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Collington is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Collington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Collington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Collington: Parking.
Available at Collington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Collington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to each platform from either side. Access between platforms via steep ramps (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance to platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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