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London to Crawley by train
It takes an average of 1h 3m to travel from London to Crawley by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (44 km). There are normally 185 trains per day traveling from London to Crawley and tickets for this journey start from $9.38 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:45 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:40 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Crawley | |
| Journey time | From 40m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (44 km) | |
| Frequency | 185 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $9.38 | |
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Travel from London to Crawley by train in 40 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from London to Crawley by train, look no further!
The average journey time from London to Crawley by train is 1 hour 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 40 minutes. You'll usually find 185 trains per day traveling the 44 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Crawley.
Book train tickets from London to Crawley in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $9.38. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Crawley
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Crawley is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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