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Compare train and bus for Crawley to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 89 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Crawley to Southampton:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crawley to Southampton costing on average €44.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
Live departures
Crawley to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Southampton trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C82454+L78830 | On time 7:00 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h21 | 9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82454+L78830 | On time 7:06 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h15 | 9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
 W32912+G26347+L78830 | On time 7:08 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h13 | 9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| G26242 · G88693 | On time 7:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h24 | 9:33 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26242_C82451 · G88693 | On time 7:14 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h19 | 9:33 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26242_C82451 · G88693 | On time 7:18 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h15 | 9:33 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
G26140+L79464+ G01043 | On time 7:29 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h15 | 9:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| G26347+L78830 | On time 7:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26248 · G88697 | On time 7:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 10:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26140+L79464+G01043 | On time 7:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h01 | 9:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| G26248_G26138 · G88697 | On time 7:44 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h17 | 10:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26248_G26138 · G88697 | On time 7:48 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h13 | 10:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82464+L78840 | On time 8:00 PM Crawley station (CRW) | 2h25 | 10:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82464+L78840 | On time 8:05 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h20 | 10:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26252+L81345 | On time 8:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 10:46 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26252+L81345 | On time 8:14 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h32 | 10:46 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82912+L78840 | On time 8:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 10:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82640_G26141 · G88703 | On time 8:44 PM Three Bridges (TBD) | 2h17 | 11:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Southampton
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Trains from Crawley to Southampton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Crawley to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Crawley and Southampton from €17. 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 Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Crawley to Southampton
Most Crawley to Southampton trains use the Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Southampton 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 Southampton station do trains from Crawley arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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