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Crawley Museum
Local history museum in Goffs Park with exhibits on Crawley's development, communities and everyday life.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pulborough to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pulborough to Crawley:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pulborough to Crawley costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Crawley take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 57m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (34m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pulborough to Crawley trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C82354 | On time 8:25 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h33 | 8:58 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82354 | On time 8:25 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h44 | 9:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82358 | On time 8:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h34 | 9:28 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82358 | On time 8:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h45 | 9:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82363 | On time 9:24 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h34 | 9:58 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82363 | On time 9:24 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h47 | 10:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82367 | On time 9:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h45 | 10:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82367 | On time 9:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h34 | 10:28 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82373 | On time 10:24 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h34 | 10:58 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82373 | On time 10:24 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h45 | 11:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82377 | On time 10:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h45 | 11:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82377 | On time 10:54 Pulborough station (PUL) | 0h34 | 11:28 Crawley station (CRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Pulborough to Crawley run on average 28 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 26m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Crawley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crawley trip today.
Local history museum in Goffs Park with exhibits on Crawley's development, communities and everyday life.
Historic country house in Tilgate Park with period interiors and displays on local social and estate history.
Community gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists in a central and accessible setting.
Large public park with lakes, woodland walks, gardens and family attractions, popular for an easy day outdoors.
Restored historic park with formal gardens, lake, bridges and quiet paths in the Pound Hill area.
Green corridor and wetland reserve ideal for walking, birdwatching and seeing a calmer side of Crawley.
Sussex Pond Pudding is a suet pastry filled with butter and lemon, then steamed. It is a rich old Sussex dessert strongly tied to the county around Crawley.
Chichester Crab is sweet Sussex coast crab, often served simply in salads or sandwiches. It reflects the county’s long connection to nearby coastal fishing.
Sussex Smokie is smoked haddock baked with cheese, mustard and cream. It is a comforting county dish found across Sussex pubs and restaurants.
Lively Turkish restaurant popular for grilled meats, mezze and generous portions. Contemporary interior with a sociable atmosphere.
Stylish steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and cocktails near Crawley town centre. Good for casual dinners and groups.
Modern British restaurant in central Crawley with polished service and a smart setting. Known for seasonal dishes, steaks and seafood.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels near Gatwick can be pricey, but dining and local transport are generally in line with similar commuter towns.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Crawley Railway Station -> Town Hall, Crawley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pulborough 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.

Most Pulborough to Crawley trains use the Pulborough to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Pulborough and Crawley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pulborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pulborough.
Ticket office support is available at Pulborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pulborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Pulborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pulborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: This station has step-free access to platform 2 (towards the coast) via side entrance and short steep ramsp (over 1:10 gradient). Steps to platfrom 1 (towards London). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 2 outside the booking office door under the canopy, 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.
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