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Compare train and coach for Caterham to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caterham to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 20 km
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£23 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caterham to Crawley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Caterham to Crawley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 45m.
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 £3
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 00:36 |
Last train 23:38 |
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 £3
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Caterham to Crawley trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Caterham and Crawley from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£17
Southern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Caterham to Crawley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caterham 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.
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.
The train distance from Caterham to Crawley is 20 km.
The train journey from Caterham to Crawley covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 45m. Trains run 6 per day.
Yes, a day trip from Caterham to Crawley is feasible. The journey takes 45m, covering a distance of 20 km, with a frequency of 6 trips per day by train.
Booking trains from Caterham to Crawley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Caterham to Crawley leaves at 0:36.
The cost of a train ticket from Caterham to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The last train from Caterham to Crawley departs at 23:38.
The cheapest way to get from Caterham to Crawley is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Trains from Caterham to Crawley run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Caterham that goes to Crawley is Caterham station (CAT), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The train journey from Caterham to Crawley offers scenic views of the Surrey countryside, featuring lush greenery and rolling hills, making it a pleasant route for nature enthusiasts.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Caterham to Crawley.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Caterham to Crawley.
There is no night train service from Caterham to Crawley.
Yes, you can take the train from Caterham to Crawley.
To get from Caterham to Crawley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Caterham and Crawley
Caterham
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Caterham is Caterham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Caterham for your trip from Caterham to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 19:05 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:20 - 16:15
Parking
- Car Park: Waitrose Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via long ramp (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is above the waiting room on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is heated seating in the booking hall and seating in the platform waiting shelters
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Crawley is Crawley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crawley for your journey to Crawley from Caterham.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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