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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Crawley
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Crawley will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Fast trains
Of the 15 trains that leave Luton for Crawley on Tue, Dec 23, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
W5969800:411h49
Luton station (LUT)02:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W5970202:411h49
Luton station (LUT)04:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W5970403:411h50
Luton station (LUT)05:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W5970604:091h38
Luton station (LUT)05:47Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W5970001:411h49
Luton station (LUT)03:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W59504+
X1075305:431h35
Luton station (LUT)07:18Crawley station (CRW)
$631One-way
1 transfer
W5970604:091h38
Luton station (LUT)05:47Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
W59503+X1081605:081h40
Luton station (LUT)06:48Crawley station (CRW)
$631One-way
1 transfer
W5970604:091h44
Luton station (LUT)05:53Three Bridges (TBD)
$631One-way
0 transfers
W5971600:111h45
Luton station (LUT)01:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)
$251One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Luton to Crawley train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Crawley trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:52 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W59505 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59505 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h26 | 7:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59505+X10696 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 7:48 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| X08076 | On time 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h41 | 8:10 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X08076 | On time 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59506 | On time 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59506+X10639 | On time 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 8:18 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| W59506 | On time 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h26 | 8:09 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X08075 | On time 6:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X08075 | On time 6:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h41 | 8:40 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59508 | On time 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h26 | 8:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59508 | On time 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59508+X02002 | On time 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 8:48 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| X08077 | On time 7:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h42 | 9:11 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X08077 | On time 7:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59511+X10534 | On time 7:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 9:18 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| W59515+X10485 | On time 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 9:48 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| W59518+X02001 | On time 8:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 10:18 AM Crawley station (CRW) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| W59698 | On time 12:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h49 | 2:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59698 | On time 12:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h55 | 2:36 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59700 | On time 1:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h55 | 3:36 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59700 | On time 1:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h49 | 3:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Crawley?
The best time to book your train from Luton to Crawley is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Crawley route.
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Overview: Train from Luton to Crawley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Crawley run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 21m.
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 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
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
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Crawley trainsThameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Crawley from $23 (€18). 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 Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Southern frequency
4 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 Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€18)
Thameslink frequency
12 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€55)
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Luton to Crawley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
Typically, 1 to 2 days are sufficient to explore Crawley, allowing time to visit local attractions such as Tilgate Park, the Crawley Museum, and enjoy the shopping and dining options in the town center.
Train ticket prices from Luton to Crawley can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $23 (€18), while the average price is around $49 (€39).
The distance by train from Luton to Crawley is 54 miles (87 km).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Crawley is by train, with a cost of around $23 (€18).
The train station in Luton that goes to Crawley is Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), which connects to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, you can do a day trip from Luton to Crawley, as the journey takes 1h 21m with a frequency of 16 trips per day for trains, covering a distance of 54 miles (87 km).
The first train from Luton to Crawley leaves at 12:01 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Luton to Crawley.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Crawley.
The train from Luton to Crawley takes 1h 21m and runs 16 per day.
The last train from Luton to Crawley leaves at 11:56 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Luton to Crawley.
Yes, there is a direct train from Luton to Crawley. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The train journey from Luton to Crawley is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, with views mainly consisting of towns, residential neighborhoods, and industrial landscapes.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Crawley
Luton
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your trip from Luton to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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 Thameslink 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Crawley is Three Bridges. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Three Bridges for your journey to Crawley from Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:35 Saturday 07:00 - 13:35 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated shelters are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station Entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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