Crawley to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Crawley to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Mar

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 9 m

Buses per day

70

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Crawley to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Crawley to London will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 70 buses that leave Crawley for London every day 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

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21:302h29
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
23:59London, Victoria Coach Station
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX025
23:302h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
01:50London, Victoria Coach Station
£61One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
10:501h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
12:25London, Stratford City Bus Station
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
23:051h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
00:25London, Stratford City Bus Station
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
23:151h10
Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
00:25London, Stratford City Bus Station
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Crawley to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 44 km

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Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£15

Average Price

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

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Fastest

42m

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Live departures

Crawley to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Crawley to London coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:45 Crawley
2h14
23:59 London0 changesdirect
national_express22:45 Crawley
2h05
00:50 London0 changesdirect
national_express23:45 Crawley
2h05
01:50 London0 changesdirect
Friday 6 March
national_expressNX20901:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h15
02:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20901:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
02:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
03:50 03:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h15
05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
03:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h00
05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA204:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h20
05:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
04:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h40
07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA204:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h10
05:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
04:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h25
07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
05:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h45
08:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
05:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h30
08:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
06:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h05
09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX44406:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h55
09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX44406:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h40
09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025
On time
06:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h50
09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
07:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h55
10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX200 · NX032
On time
07:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX032
On time
07:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX035
On time
07:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX030
On time
07:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025
On time
07:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h40
10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX030
On time
08:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h20
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX035
On time
08:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h20
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h35
10:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
08:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus09:05 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
1h25
10:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
09:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
09:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h35
12:25 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
1h25
12:25 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX40112:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h05
15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX40112:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h55
15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h25
14:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
1h15
14:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
13:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
13:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h45
17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h30
17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h50
18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h35
18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
16:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h50
19:45 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
17:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h35
19:45 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h30
21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h15
21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h30
22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h15
22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
21:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h29
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h14
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h20
00:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h05
00:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h20
01:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h05
01:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Crawley to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Crawley to London

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Buses from Crawley to London run on average 58 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 44 km distance in 1h 20m.

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
44 km
Average bus duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
58
Direct buses
43
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:57
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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Crawley to LondonYou can travel by bus between Crawley to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Crawley to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to London by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Crawley to London can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Crawley to London is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Crawley to London is 1h 20m to travel the 44 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Crawley to London leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Crawley to London leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 43 direct coaches a day from Crawley to London with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Crawley to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Crawley and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Crawley , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal), Crawley, Bus Station (Friary Way) . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, Elephant and Castle, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Earl's Court, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Lithos Road, London, Baker Street Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Golders Green Station, London, Marble Arch, London, St John's Wood, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Lewisham, London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Eltham, London, New Cross Gate, London, Walworth, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Mile End / Aberavon Rd, London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B), London, Canada Square South (Canary Wharf Station), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Leman Street / Buckle Street (Aldgate East).Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Crawley is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Crawley to London is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Crawley and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Crawley to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Crawley to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Crawley to London depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Crawley to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Crawley to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Crawley to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Crawley to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Crawley to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Crawley to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Crawley to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and London

Crawley
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The major coach station for departures in Crawley is Crawley, Bus Station (Friary Way). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crawley, Bus Station (Friary Way) for your trip from Crawley to London.
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