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Crawley Museum
Local history museum in Goffs Park with exhibits on Crawley's development, communities and everyday life.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 35 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourne End to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourne End to Crawley will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Bourne End to Crawley you need to make at least 2 changes.
G27018 · C82497+
C48617 · Y41562
W45586+
C48617 · Y41562
W45586+
Y41562 · C48617
W45586+
Y41562 · C48617
W45586+
C48617 · Y41562
G27018 · C82497+
C48617 · Y41562Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourne End to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 63 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourne End to Crawley:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourne End to Crawley costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Crawley take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 47m.
Tickets start at around £68 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-53.89. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bourne End to Crawley trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y41562 · C48617+ W45586 | On time 0:28 Bourne End station (BNE) | 4h02 | 4:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
Y41562 · C48617+ W45586 | On time 0:28 Bourne End station (BNE) | 4h08 | 4:36 Three Bridges (TBD) | 2 changes | |
Y41562 · C48617+ G27018 · C82497 | On time 0:28 Bourne End station (BNE) | 5h36 | 6:04 Crawley station (CRW) | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Bourne End to Crawley run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:36 |
Last train 23:11 |
Discover the best of Crawley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crawley trip today.
Local history museum in Goffs Park with exhibits on Crawley's development, communities and everyday life.
Historic country house in Tilgate Park with period interiors and displays on local social and estate history.
Community gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists in a central and accessible setting.
Large public park with lakes, woodland walks, gardens and family attractions, popular for an easy day outdoors.
Restored historic park with formal gardens, lake, bridges and quiet paths in the Pound Hill area.
Green corridor and wetland reserve ideal for walking, birdwatching and seeing a calmer side of Crawley.
Sussex Pond Pudding is a suet pastry filled with butter and lemon, then steamed. It is a rich old Sussex dessert strongly tied to the county around Crawley.
Chichester Crab is sweet Sussex coast crab, often served simply in salads or sandwiches. It reflects the county’s long connection to nearby coastal fishing.
Sussex Smokie is smoked haddock baked with cheese, mustard and cream. It is a comforting county dish found across Sussex pubs and restaurants.
Lively Turkish restaurant popular for grilled meats, mezze and generous portions. Contemporary interior with a sociable atmosphere.
Stylish steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and cocktails near Crawley town centre. Good for casual dinners and groups.
Modern British restaurant in central Crawley with polished service and a smart setting. Known for seasonal dishes, steaks and seafood.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels near Gatwick can be pricey, but dining and local transport are generally in line with similar commuter towns.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Crawley Railway Station -> Town Hall, Crawley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourne End 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.

Most Bourne End to Crawley trains use the Bourne End to Gatwick Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Crawley. Use this guide to compare Bourne End and Crawley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bourne End has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: The Last Viceroy, Costa
Ticket office support is available at Bourne End.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourne End: Parking, WC.
Available at Bourne End: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourne End: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms from the adjacent car park is via a short ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Crawley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Crawley.
Wi-Fi is available at Crawley. ATMs are available at Crawley.
Ticket office support is available at Crawley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crawley: Parking, WC.
Available at Crawley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crawley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Three Bridges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Three Bridges: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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