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It takes an average of 4h 30m to travel from Bournemouth to Crawley by train, over a distance of around 78 miles (125 km). There are normally 79 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Crawley and tickets for this journey start from £28.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Crawley | |
| Journey time | From 2h 33m | |
| Distance | 78 miles (125 km) | |
| Frequency | 79 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £28.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Crawley in 2 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Crawley? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to travel the 78 miles (125 km) from Bournemouth to Crawley by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 79 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Crawley. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Crawley in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £28.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Crawley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.