Crawley to Merstham train with Thameslink

Wed 04 Feb
+ Add return
Thameslink
Southern
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
1,000+ travel companies
Thameslink
Southern
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Merstham

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£13

Fastest journey

24 m

Average duration

24 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

16 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Crawley to Merstham will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Crawley for Merstham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Southern
23:426h00
Crawley
05:42Merstham
£121One-way
1 change
Thameslink
05:380h25
Crawley
06:03Merstham
£131One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
06:070h26
Crawley
06:33Merstham
£131One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
06:520h25
Crawley
07:17Merstham
£131One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:090h24
Crawley
07:33Merstham
£131One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Crawley to Merstham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Merstham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 16 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach

£13

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Crawley to Merstham train times

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

Last updated at 11:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink05:38 Crawley
0h25
06:03 Merstham0 changesdirect
thameslink06:07 Crawley
0h26
06:33 Merstham0 changesdirect
Southern06:29 Crawley
0h34
07:03 Merstham1 change
thameslink06:52 Crawley
0h25
07:17 Merstham0 changesdirect
thameslink07:09 Crawley
0h24
07:33 Merstham0 changesdirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Crawley to Merstham by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Wed
04 Feb
Thu
05 Feb
Fri
06 Feb
Sat
07 Feb
Sun
08 Feb
Mon
09 Feb
Tue
10 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Train from Crawley to Merstham

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Crawley to Merstham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 24m.

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 £5
Distance
16 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
24m
First train
00:07
Last train
23:44
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 £5

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Crawley to Merstham trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Crawley and Merstham from £5. 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 Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
£13
Thameslink frequency
5 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£12
Southern frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Crawley to Merstham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Merstham 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 Merstham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Crawley to Merstham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Crawley to Merstham covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Crawley to Merstham is 16 km.
The first train from Crawley to Merstham leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Crawley to Merstham departs at 23:44.
Trains from Crawley to Merstham run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crawley to Merstham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Crawley and Merstham. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from Crawley to Merstham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Crawley to Merstham.
The train station in Crawley that goes to Merstham is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Merstham station (MHM).
The cheapest way to get from Crawley to Merstham is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Crawley to Merstham 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 Merstham offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Crawley to Merstham is feasible. The journey takes 24m, covers a distance of 16 km, and trains operate 11 times per day.
A visit to Merstham typically requires one to two days to explore its local attractions and enjoy the scenic countryside surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Crawley to Merstham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Merstham

Crawley
Merstham
The major train station for departures in Crawley is Crawley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crawley for your trip from Crawley to Merstham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:35 Saturday 07:00 - 13:35 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to each platform via short, steep ramps on either side of station. No step-free interchange between platforms. 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated shelters are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station Entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

More options for your journey from Crawley to Merstham

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTrainsCrawley to Merstham train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone