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Harborough Museum
Local museum covering the town and district, with displays on social history, local industries and the famous Old Grammar School building below.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Market Harborough
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£66
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 53 m
Trains on 20 Sept
17
Distance
160 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Market Harborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Market Harborough will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Fast trains
To travel from Crawley to Market Harborough you need to make at least one change.
9:012h11Crawley11:12Market Harborough£661One-way1 change- 10:012h08Crawley12:09Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 11:011h54Crawley12:55Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 12:011h53Crawley13:54Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 13:011h53Crawley14:54Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 12:011h53Crawley13:54Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 13:011h53Crawley14:54Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 14:011h53Crawley15:54Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 11:011h54Crawley12:55Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
- 21:011h54Crawley22:55Market Harborough£661One-way1 change
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Thameslink operates all trains services from Crawley to Market Harborough.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Market Harborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Crawley to Market Harborough and enjoy the approximately 160 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:05.
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 160 km |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 23:05 |
Best time to book 14 days |
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: Thameslink from Crawley to Market Harborough trainsThameslink trains will get you between Crawley and Market Harborough. 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
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£66
Thameslink frequency
25 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
Complete guide to Market Harborough
Things to do in Market Harborough
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
- Recommended
Foxton Canal Museum
An independent museum on the canal basin telling the story of the local canal network, boats and engineering. A rewarding stop for transport history.
- Recommended
Foxton Inclined Plane Museum
Museum at the lift site explaining the operation and history of the inclined plane and locks. Ideal before exploring the famous waterways outside.
- Must visit
Foxton Locks
A waterside area with locks, boating activity, walks and wildlife. Popular for relaxed visits and one of the district’s most distinctive landscapes.
- Recommended
High Street
The historic shopping spine of the town, lined with independent shops and period buildings. Good for strolling and taking in Market Harborough’s character.
- Recommended
Welland Park
Pleasant town-centre green space with formal planting, seating and space to pause. It is a useful break from shopping streets and nearby traffic.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Leicestershire pork pie is a hand-raised pastry pie with seasoned pork and jelly, long associated with nearby Melton Mowbray and widely eaten across the county.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a traditional county cheese with a firm texture and nutty, mellow flavour. It is a classic local table cheese in Leicestershire.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with Leicestershire inns and markets. It is prized for its creamy texture and distinctive savoury depth.
Ascough's Bistro
Smart modern British restaurant in The Square, known for refined seasonal cooking and a relaxed but polished town-centre setting.
Emerson & West's
Popular independent restaurant serving British and European dishes with steaks, seafood and a lively, contemporary feel.
Mercado Lounge
Casual café and restaurant with a loyal local following for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches in a friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Local buses are manageable, and rail trips can add to visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Crawley to Market Harborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Crawley to Market Harborough is 160 km.
The first train from Crawley to Market Harborough leaves at 4:41.
The last train from Crawley to Market Harborough departs at 23:05.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crawley to Market Harborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crawley to Market Harborough.
To travel from Crawley to Market Harborough, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Crawley to Market Harborough.
The train station in Crawley that goes to Market Harborough is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Market Harborough station (MHR).
Booking trains from Crawley to Market Harborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Crawley to Market Harborough offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands, providing a pleasant and scenic experience.
For a fulfilling visit to Market Harborough, two to three days are ideal to explore its charming town centre, historical sites, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Crawley to Market Harborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Market Harborough
Most Crawley to Market Harborough trains use the Gatwick Airport to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Crawley
Arrival train stations in Market Harborough
Which Market Harborough station do trains from Crawley arrive at?
Trains from Crawley to Market Harborough arrive at Market Harborough. Market Harborough is 1 km from Market Harborough city centre.
Market HarboroughMarket Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Market Harborough from Market Harborough city centre
BusLc10, Hc2, Hc3 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Market Harborough train station facilities and services
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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