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Compare train and coach for Shalford to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shalford to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 29 km
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£36 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shalford to Crawley
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Trains from Shalford to Crawley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 1h 3m.
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 £7
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 22:30 |
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 £7
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Shalford to Crawley trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Shalford and Crawley from £7. 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
42m
Cheapest Price
£17
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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£35
first_great_western frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Shalford to Crawley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shalford 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.
To get from Shalford to Crawley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Shalford to Crawley is 29 km.
Booking trains from Shalford to Crawley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Shalford to Crawley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Shalford to Crawley covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Shalford to Crawley is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The first train from Shalford to Crawley leaves at 4:36.
The train station in Shalford that goes to Crawley is Shalford station (SFR), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The last train from Shalford to Crawley departs at 22:30.
Trains from Shalford to Crawley run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shalford to Crawley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shalford to Crawley.
There is no night train service from Shalford to Crawley.
Yes, you can take the train from Shalford to Crawley.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shalford and Crawley
Shalford
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Shalford is Shalford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shalford for your trip from Shalford to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - “Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street." Ramped access to Redhill platform. Inter platform access via stepped footbridge or highway (approx 230 metres). 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Shalford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stops on Horsham Road. Buses or terminating at Shalford use the station carpark.
The 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 Shalford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket 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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