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Croydon to Crawley train times
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 | 7:57 AM Croydon | 0h39 | 8:36 AM Crawley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Croydon to Crawley
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Trains from Croydon to Crawley run on average 17 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Croydon to Crawley trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Croydon and Crawley from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
15m
Cheapest Southern Price
€8
Southern frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
15m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€8
Thameslink frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Things to do in Crawley
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Anne of Cleves House
Historic house museum with period rooms and exhibitions. It offers one of the best introductions to Crawley’s older heritage.
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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Nearby aviation museum at Gatwick preserving British aircraft and airport history. A strong choice for transport and engineering fans.
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Tilgate Park
Large country park with woodland trails, lakes, and a nature centre. One of Crawley’s best outdoor spaces for walking and wildlife.
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High Street
The historic core of Crawley with old inns, timber buildings, and a village feel. Ideal for a short heritage walk.
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Buchan Country Park
Linear park and lakeside walk with birdlife and broad green views. A relaxing local favorite for easy strolls near the town centre.
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Sussex Smokie
A Sussex staple of smoked haddock poached in milk, often with onion and parsley. Traditional across Sussex and valued for its rich coastal heritage.
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Sussex Charmer Cheese
A historic Sussex cheese made from cow’s milk. It is creamy, mildly nutty, and widely associated with the county’s farmhouse cheese tradition.
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Sussex Pond Pudding
A simple county dessert of stewed rhubarb topped with a breadcrumb and sugar crust. A traditional Sussex pudding with homely appeal.
Restaurant Interlude
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant near Crawley serving modern British tasting menus in an elegant country house setting.
Buenos Aires Argentinian Steakhouse
Popular steakhouse and grill in Crawley with a lively modern atmosphere, known for steaks, burgers, and dependable service.
The Black Swan
Established gastropub in Crawley known for British classics, good beer, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere in a historic setting.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and rail can be pricey, but casual dining and buses are reasonable versus London and nearby airport areas.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4.20 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small change is appreciated.
Metrobus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.90
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city center
Three Bridges Railway Station -> Crawley Railway Station
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Travel time
- 14 min
- Contactless card payment is accepted on Metrobus buses, and adult single fares are capped by the operator's fare system.
- For rail travel in Crawley, buy tickets from Southern or National Rail before boarding where possible to avoid delays.
FAQs: Trains from Croydon to Crawley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to Crawley 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 Crawley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Croydon to Crawley can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €8, while the average price is around €11.
The train from Croydon to Crawley takes 15m and runs 17 per day.
The first train from Croydon to Crawley leaves at 12:01 AM.
The distance by train from Croydon to Crawley is 19 miles (31 km).
The last train from Croydon to Crawley leaves at 11:58 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Croydon to Crawley.
Yes, there is a direct train from Croydon to Crawley. This service operates 16 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Croydon to Crawley.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Crawley is East Croydon (ECR), which connects to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The Croydon to Crawley train journey offers glimpses of suburban landscapes transitioning into more open fields and greenery, providing a moderately scenic view, particularly during the stretch through the Surrey countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Croydon to Crawley.
Popular day trips by train from Crawley include Horsham, London, Brighton, Petersfield, Thornton Heath.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Crawley, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the town center and near the train station. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who do not use meters and counterfeit tickets for local events or transport. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and purchase tickets from official sources to avoid these issues. Always stay aware of surroundings, particularly at night, to ensure personal safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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Popular train stations from Croydon to Crawley
Most Croydon to Crawley trains use the East Croydon to Gatwick Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Three Bridges. Use this guide to compare Croydon and Crawley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Croydon
Arrival train stations in Crawley
Which Croydon station do trains to Crawley leave from?
Trains from Croydon to Crawley leave from East Croydon. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Croydon city centre at East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF.
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
City-centre transport
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN68 · 11m · €2 · every ~2 min
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: 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. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, 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.
PurleyPurley station, Station Approach, Whytecliffe Road, Purley, London, CR2 2AP
City-centre transport
Getting to Purley from Croydon city centre
Purley is 5 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Bridge - Caterham, London Victoria - Reigate, Tulse Hill - Caterham, London Bridge - Tattenham Corner, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Horsham, London Bridge - Purley, London Victoria - Redhill, East Croydon - Caterham, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour · 8m · €2 · every ~9 min
Bus407, N68 · 19m · €2 · every ~21 min
60 · 20m · €2 · every ~24 min
439 · 22m · €2 · every ~6 min
289 · 47m · €2 · every ~20 min
Purley train station facilities and services
Purley 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
Food and drink options are available at Purley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Purley. ATMs are available at Purley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Purley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Purley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Purley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Purley: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room, 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.
South CroydonSouth Croydon station, Blunt Road, Croydon, Greater London, CR2 7PA
City-centre transport
Getting to South Croydon from Croydon city centre
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Bridge - Caterham, London Bridge - South Croydon, Tulse Hill - Caterham, London Bridge - Tattenham Corner, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - Oxted, London Bridge - Purley, East Croydon - South Croydon, East Croydon - Caterham, London Victoria - Horsham · 2m · €1 · every ~5 min
London Bridge - Caterham, London Bridge - Tattenham Corner, London Bridge - South Croydon, Tulse Hill - Caterham · 7m · €1
Bus403 · 16m · €2 · every ~19 min
N68 · 16m · €2 · every ~2 min
60 · 19m · €2 · every ~24 min
South Croydon train station facilities and services
South Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Three BridgesThree Bridges station, Haslett Avenue, Three Bridges, West Sussex, RH10 1LY
City-centre transport
Getting to Three Bridges from Crawley city centre
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBognor Regis - London Victoria, Portsmouth Harbour - London Victoria, Horsham - Three Bridges, Horsham - London Victoria, Littlehampton - London Victoria, Havant - London Victoria, Portsmouth Harbour - Gatwick Airport, Bognor Regis - London Bridge, Barnham - London Victoria, Arundel - London Victoria, Chichester - London Victoria, Horsham - Gatwick Airport · 3m · €1 · every ~4 min
Bus20 · 5m · €2 · every ~13 min
Three Bridges train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
CrawleyCrawley station, Station Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1JA
City-centre transport
Getting to Crawley from Crawley city centre
Bus2, 610, 10, 1 · 2m · €2 · every ~54 min
Crawley 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
Food and drink options are available at Crawley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Crawley. ATMs are available at Crawley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crawley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crawley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crawley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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