Bristol to Crawley train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Crawley

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest price

£125

Average price

£143

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Crawley will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £125.

Fast trains

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

Great Western RailP08176 · P08531
09:302h55
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1251One-way
1 change
CrossCountryC23655+Great Western RailP08477 · P08529
08:332h52
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1251One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08174 · P08529
08:302h55
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1251One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08175 · P08530
09:002h55
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1251One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08176+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkY37046
09:303h09
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:39Three Bridges (TBD)
£1331One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Crawley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 172 km

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Coach

£84

Average Price

£20

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Cheapest

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Live departures

Bristol to Crawley train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Crawley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08173 · P08528
On time
08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
great_westernP08173+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37028
On time
08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
11:09 Three Bridges (TBD)
2 changes
great_westernP08173+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28134
On time
08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h18
11:18 Crawley station (CRW)
2 changes
cross_countryC23374+great_westernP08476+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28134
On time
08:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
11:18 Crawley station (CRW)
3 changes
cross_countryC23374+great_westernP08476+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37028
On time
08:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h08
11:09 Three Bridges (TBD)
3 changes
cross_countryC23374+great_westernP08476+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37028
On time
08:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h03
11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 changes
great_westernP08174+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37034
On time
08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
11:39 Three Bridges (TBD)
2 changes
great_westernP08174 · P08529
On time
08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
great_westernP08174+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28141
On time
08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h18
11:48 Crawley station (CRW)
2 changes
cross_countryC23655+great_westernP08477 · P08529
On time
08:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h52
11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
cross_countryC23655+great_westernP08477+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28141
On time
08:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h15
11:48 Crawley station (CRW)
3 changes
cross_countryC23655+great_westernP08477+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37034
On time
08:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h06
11:39 Three Bridges (TBD)
3 changes
great_westernP08175+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28146
On time
09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h18
12:18 Crawley station (CRW)
2 changes
great_westernP08175+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37040
On time
09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
12:09 Three Bridges (TBD)
2 changes
great_westernP08175 · P08530
On time
09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
great_westernP08176+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+thameslinkY37046
On time
09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
12:39 Three Bridges (TBD)
2 changes
great_westernP08176 · P08531
On time
09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
great_westernP08176+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+southernY28153
On time
09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h18
12:48 Crawley station (CRW)
2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Crawley?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Crawley is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Crawley route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Crawley per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Crawley.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Crawley

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Trains from Bristol to Crawley run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 55m.

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
Coach from £12
Distance
172 km
Average train duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
2h 55m
First train
01:15
Last train
22:42
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
Coach from £12

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Crawley trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Crawley from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£44
Great Western Rail frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£127
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Crawley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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
To get from Bristol to Crawley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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.
Booking trains from Bristol to Crawley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bristol to Crawley is 172 km.
The train journey from Bristol to Crawley covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 2h 55m. Trains run 11 per day.
The first train from Bristol to Crawley leaves at 1:15.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The last train from Bristol to Crawley departs at 22:42.
Trains from Bristol to Crawley run approximately 11 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Crawley is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Crawley.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Crawley is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
There is no night train service from Bristol to Crawley.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Crawley.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Crawley.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Crawley

Bristol
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Located on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Lawrence Hill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
  • Accessible taxis: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Montpelier
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Entrance to station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parson Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop on Bedminster Down Road. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop outside Halfords on West Street.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Redland
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On single platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Sea Mills
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Weekends - Bus stop under roadbridge on Sea Mills Lane (300 yrds from station). Weekdays - Bus stops on either side of Shirehampton Road opposite the Co-op
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. 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 taxis: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: station entrance and on platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shirehampton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Laybys on A4 Portway by footbridge. Taxis from the station approach road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Stapleton Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Severn Beach - bus stop past the Black Swan public house. Towards Bristol - bus stop by Berwick Road
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24 hours Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
Dining
  • Dexters
  • Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
  • Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
  • Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
  • Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
  • Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
  • Bus: Airport Flyer Express
  • Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
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