Edinburgh to Crawley bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Crawley

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

12 h 54 m

Average duration

13 h 24 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

574 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Crawley will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.

Fast coaches

To travel from Edinburgh to Crawley you need to make at least 2 changes.

FlixBus
09:0513h54
Edinburgh
22:59Crawley
£731One-way
2 changes
FlixBus
11:1512h54
Edinburgh
00:09Crawley
£731One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Crawley

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £74.

Distance: 574 km

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Flight
Train

£32

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

13h 10m

Average total duration

12h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Crawley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Crawley coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 17:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus20:45 Edinburgh
12h44
09:29 Crawley2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus22:40 Edinburgh
11h51
10:31 Crawley2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus23:40 Edinburgh
12h51
12:31 Crawley2 changes
Saturday 21 March
meinfernbus_flixbus09:05 Edinburgh
13h54
22:59 Crawley2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus11:15 Edinburgh
12h54
00:09 Crawley2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Crawley by coach, train or flight

Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Edinburgh to Crawley coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Edinburgh to Crawley.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Crawley.

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Crawley.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Crawley.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Crawley

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Buses from Edinburgh to Crawley run on average 14 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 02:52, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 574 km distance in 16h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £27
Distance
574 km
Average bus duration
12h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
16h 30m
First bus
02:52
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £27

Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to CrawleyYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Crawley with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
16h 30m
Cheapest Price
£32
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: Edinburgh to Crawley coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Crawley 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 Crawley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Crawley can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Crawley is £32; 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 Edinburgh to Crawley is 16h 30m to travel the 574 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 Edinburgh to Crawley leaves at 2:52. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Crawley leaves at 23:45.
There are 14 coaches a day from Edinburgh to Crawley which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Crawley, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Crawley. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Crawley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Edinburgh , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Edinburgh, Zoo (Enterprise), Edinburgh, Zoo North (Stop 1), Ingliston, Park & Ride . When arriving in Crawley , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Crawley from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 16h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Crawley is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Crawley including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Crawley 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Edinburgh to Crawley.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Crawley:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Crawley:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Crawley with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Crawley

Edinburgh
Crawley
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseAccessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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