Manchester to Crawley by train
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Overview: trains from Manchester to Crawley
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Manchester to Crawley train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Manchester to Crawley by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Manchester to Crawley take around 3 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around 05:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:25, with the last train leaving at around 21:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$114.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Crawley, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Crawley.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Crawley?
The journey between Manchester and Crawley usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester to Crawley every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Crawley?
The Manchester to Crawley train travel takes about 3 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Manchester to Crawley train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Crawley leaving Manchester at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:25, with the final departure at 21:07.
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