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Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$32 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $32 compared to roughly $21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$10. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 26m 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.
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How to get from Portsmouth to Crawley by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Portsmouth to Crawley is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:33 AM 1h37 Portsmouth 11:10 AM Crawley $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:33 AM 1h37 Portsmouth 11:10 AM Crawley $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:33 AM 1h37 Portsmouth 11:10 AM Crawley $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:33 AM 1h37 Portsmouth 12:10 PM Crawley $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 17 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Portsmouth and Crawley as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange and arrive in London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South.
- Trains mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and arrive in Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.
- Travel with Southern, South Western Railway to go to Crawley by train.
- 11 direct trains per day with Southern.
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