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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$53
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$81
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 20
35
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Birmingham will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Crawley to Birmingham without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Victoria to London EustonOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 119 miles (193 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Crawley to Birmingham:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crawley to Birmingham costing on average $89 (€73).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 59m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 42m by train vs 2h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C33159+ G00857 | 6:12 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h39 | 10:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L38474+ X07732+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone | 6:12 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 3h57 | 10:09 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38474+ C82963+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 6:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h48 | 10:09 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C82694+ S25321+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 6:42 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 3h59 | 10:41 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C82694+ S25321+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 6:46 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 3h55 | 10:41 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C82694+ S25321+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 6:53 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h48 | 10:41 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38475+ W45452+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone | 6:58 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 4h12 | 11:10 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38475+ W45452+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone | 7:04 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 4h06 | 11:10 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C82686_C82323+ S25320+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 7:14 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 4h28 | 11:42 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38475+ C82967+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | 7:20 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h50 | 11:10 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C82323+ S26833 · L13343+ LO003200 | 7:23 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 5h41 | 1:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5 transfers | |
C82323+ S26833 · L13343+ L24836 | 7:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h36 | 1:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5 transfers | |
L38505+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+ W45446 | 7:58 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 4h09 | 12:07 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C33160+ G00860 | 7:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h52 | 11:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
S25320+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+ X07617 | 8:00 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 3h42 | 11:42 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38505+ Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+ W45446 | 8:03 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 4h04 | 12:07 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
S25319+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone+ C02760+ C82975 | 8:49 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 3h51 | 12:40 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3 transfers | |
C33162+ G00863+ C02760 | 8:49 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 4h02 | 12:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Crawley to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (193 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 119 miles (193 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 2:45 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
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Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Science museum with interactive galleries, engines and family-friendly exhibits in Millennium Point.
Historic home of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, showing furnished rooms, artworks and craft details.
Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
A rich curry style developed by Birmingham's South Asian community, often cooked with green chillies, coriander and onions. It is the city's signature dish.
A spicy Indian snack of potato, chickpeas, noodles, chutneys and crisp pastry pieces. Popular in Birmingham's Pakistani and Indian food culture.
A flaky layered flatbread, often served with curry at breakfast or late-night eateries in the city. A staple in Birmingham's South Asian dining scene.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
Refined modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service in a smart city-centre dining room.
Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Crawley to Birmingham trains use the Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Crawley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Crawley.
Wi-Fi is available at Crawley. ATMs are available at Crawley.
Ticket office support is available at Crawley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crawley: Parking, WC.
Available at Crawley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crawley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free 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.
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.
Ifield is 2 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Ifield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ifield.
Ticket office support is available at Ifield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ifield: Parking.
Available at Ifield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ifield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to each platform via short, steep ramps on either side of station. No step-free interchange between platforms. 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.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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