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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Crawley
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
67 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Crawley will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Crawley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
13:141h56
Reading15:10Crawley
£441One-way
0 changes
13:141h56
Reading15:10Crawley
£441One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 67 km
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2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Reading to Crawley?
The best time to book your train from Reading to Crawley is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Reading to Crawley route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Reading to Crawley per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Reading to Crawley.
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Overview: Train from Reading to Crawley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Crawley run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 56m.
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 £30
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
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 £30
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Reading to Crawley trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Crawley from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£30
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£51
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£55
first_great_western frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Reading to Crawley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
A day trip from Reading to Crawley is feasible with a travel time of 1h 56m, a distance of 67 km, and a frequency of 12 trains per day.
The train journey from Reading to Crawley offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through parts of the Thames Valley and the scenic South Downs National Park, making it moderately scenic.
The train distance from Reading to Crawley is 67 km.
Booking trains from Reading 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 Reading to Crawley covers a distance of 67 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 12 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Crawley is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The first train from Reading to Crawley leaves at 0:01.
The train station in Reading that goes to Crawley is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The last train from Reading to Crawley departs at 23:55.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Crawley.
Trains from Reading to Crawley run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Crawley.
There is no night train service from Reading to Crawley.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Crawley. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
To get from Reading to Crawley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Crawley
Reading
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityThe 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 Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost 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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