Glasgow to Crawley train

Wed 29 Jul
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Great Western Railway
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West Midlands Trains
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Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Crawley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £99.

Distance: 593 km

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Flight

£105

Average Price

£38

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Cheapest

£46

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6h 51m

Average total duration

6h 21m

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30m

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11h 40m

Average total duration

11h 10m

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4h 13m

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1h 13m

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3h 0m

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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Crawley by coach, train or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Crawley

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Trains from Glasgow to Crawley run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 593 km distance in 6h 19m.

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
Flight from £29
Distance
593 km
Average train duration
6h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£99
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
6h 19m
First train
2:45
Last train
23:40
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
49 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £29

FAQs: Glasgow to Crawley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £99, while the average price tends to be around £105.
The train journey from Glasgow to Crawley covers a distance of 593 km and takes approximately 6h 19m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to Crawley is 593 km.
The first train from Glasgow to Crawley leaves at 2:45.
The last train from Glasgow to Crawley departs at 23:40.
Trains from Glasgow to Crawley run approximately 15 times per day.
To get from Glasgow to Crawley, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Crawley.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Crawley is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Crawley is by flight, costing approximately £29.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Crawley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Crawley offers scenic views primarily in the initial stages, featuring picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and parts of the Lake District. As the train progresses south, the scenery becomes more urban, especially when passing through major cities.
A day trip from Glasgow to Crawley is not feasible, as the journey takes 6h 19m each way, covering a distance of 593 km. There are 9 train journeys available per day.
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.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Glasgow to Crawley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Crawley

Most Glasgow to Crawley trains use the Glasgow Central to Gatwick Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Three Bridges. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Crawley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Crawley
Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre

Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min

Glasgow Central train station facilities and services

Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.

Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre

Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · £1 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min

Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services

Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.

Charing Cross (Glasgow)Charing Cross station, Elmbank Crescent, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G2 3HWShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre

Bus15 · 8m · £2 · every ~8 min
N38, N3, N4, N26 · 51m · £7

Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services

Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.

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