4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€109
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€109
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 20
7
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Manchester will cost around €109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.
It's difficult to get from Crawley to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Blackfriars to London Euston11:54 AM6h25Three Bridges (TBD)6:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers- W33361+
C82995+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C027091:49 PM4h30Crawley station (CRW)6:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way3 transfers 
C82277+W33280+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:09 PM3h35Three Bridges (TBD)6:44 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers- C82279+W33305+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:39 PM3h40Three Bridges (TBD)7:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- G26433+W33119+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:27 PM3h38Three Bridges (TBD)7:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- C82277+W33280+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:09 PM3h35Three Bridges (TBD)6:44 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- G26433+W33119+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:27 PM3h38Three Bridges (TBD)7:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- C82279+W33305+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston3:39 PM3h40Three Bridges (TBD)7:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- C82275+W33361+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston2:39 PM3h40Three Bridges (TBD)6:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
- C82273+W33361+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston2:15 PM4h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Crawley to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €338.
Distance: 298 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€98 Average price | €338 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Crawley to Manchester:
A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crawley to Manchester costing on average €98.
A bus is €299 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crawley to Manchester costing on average €338.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Live departures
Crawley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:23 AM Crawley | 3h21 | 12:44 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Manchester
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Trains from Crawley to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €85 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €85 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Crawley to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Crawley and Manchester from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Crawley to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Crawley to Manchester
Most Crawley to Manchester trains use the Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Crawley from Crawley city centre
Crawley train station facilities and services
Crawley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crawley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Crawley. ATMs are available at Crawley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crawley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crawley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crawley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crawley: 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.
Getting to Three Bridges from Crawley city centre
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Three Bridges train station facilities and services
Three Bridges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Three Bridges: 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Crawley arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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