Ashford to Crawley train with Southern

Wed 04 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford to Crawley

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£66

Average price

£70

Fastest journey

1 h 33 m

Average duration

1 h 33 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ashford to Crawley will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.

Fast trains

To travel from Ashford to Crawley you need to make at least one change.

Southeastern
05:022h07
Ashford International
07:09Crawley
£661One-way
1 change
Southeastern
10:001h49
Ashford International
11:49Crawley
£661One-way
1 change
Southeastern
05:101h39
Ashford International
06:49Crawley
£731One-way
1 change
Southeastern
05:441h35
Ashford International
07:19Crawley
£731One-way
1 change
Southeastern
06:131h36
Ashford International
07:49Crawley
£731One-way
1 change

Live departures

Ashford to Crawley train times

The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Crawley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern05:02 Ashford International
2h07
07:09 Crawley1 change
Southeastern05:10 Ashford International
1h39
06:49 Crawley1 change
Southeastern05:44 Ashford International
1h35
07:19 Crawley1 change
Southeastern06:13 Ashford International
1h36
07:49 Crawley1 change
Southeastern06:30 Ashford International
1h39
08:09 Crawley1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Ashford to Crawley by train

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09 Feb
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10 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Train from Ashford to Crawley

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Trains from Ashford to Crawley run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 32m.

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
40 km
Average train duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£66
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
04:56
Last train
23:27
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

Train companies: Southern, Southeastern from Ashford to Crawley trainsSouthern, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford and Crawley from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£14
Southern frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£66
Southeastern frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Ashford to Crawley train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ashford to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £66, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train journey from Ashford to Crawley covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Ashford to Crawley is 40 km.
The first train from Ashford to Crawley leaves at 4:56.
The last train from Ashford to Crawley departs at 23:27.
Trains from Ashford to Crawley run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ashford to Crawley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ashford to Crawley.
To travel from Ashford to Crawley, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ashford to Crawley.
The train station in Ashford that goes to Crawley is Ashford (Surrey) (AFS), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Crawley is by train, costing approximately £66.
Booking trains from Ashford to Crawley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ashford to Crawley offers a mix of urban and rural views, with some scenic stretches through the Kent countryside, characterised by rolling fields and quaint villages, before transitioning into more suburban landscapes as it approaches Crawley.
Yes, a day trip from Ashford to Crawley is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 32m each way and a frequency of 6 trains per day over a distance of 40 km.
For a visit to Crawley, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore local attractions such as Tilgate Park, the Crawley Museum, and the nearby Wakehurst Gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashford to Crawley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ashford and Crawley

Ashford
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Ashford is Ashford (Surrey). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashford (Surrey) for your trip from Ashford to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:25 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:55 - 16:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Near-level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Staines) via main entrance or side gate. Step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) via separate entrance from long footpath, and short ramp at approx 1:15 gradient. Step-free access between platforms is only via the street (approx 620m). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Ashford (Surrey)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Woodthorpe Road - London Transport bus stops

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