Travelling from Crawley to Manchester by train

Want to know how to get from Crawley to Manchester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Crawley to Manchester take around 3 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Crawley is scheduled to depart at around  05:28. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Crawley at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 23:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 60 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €132.39.

We think any time is a great time to visit Manchester, 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 Manchester.

Is there a direct train from Crawley to Manchester?

The journey between Crawley and Manchester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Crawley to Manchester 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 Crawley to Manchester?

The Crawley to Manchester train travel takes about 3 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Crawley to Manchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Manchester leaving Crawley at around 05:28 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Crawley at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:13.