4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Crawley
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Crawley will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 13 buses that leave Manchester for Crawley every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 298 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £117 Average Price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Crawley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Crawley coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 7h40 | 08:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 7h30 | 07:50 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h05 | 10:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 7h55 | 10:45 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h25 | 15:35 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h05 | 18:15 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h15 | 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h40 | 20:00 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h50 | 20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Crawley
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Buses from Manchester to Crawley run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 298 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 298 km |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester to CrawleyYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Crawley with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Crawley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Crawley
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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