Luton to Crawley train with Thameslink

Wed, Feb 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Crawley

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€41

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

55

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Crawley will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

Of the 55 trains that leave Luton for Crawley on Wed, Feb 04, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

ThameslinkW59546+SouthernW60146
12:13PM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
01:48PMCrawley station (CRW)
201One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59534+SouthernW60138
10:43AM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
12:18PMCrawley station (CRW)
201One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59550+SouthernW60148
12:43PM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
02:18PMCrawley station (CRW)
201One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59530+SouthernW60136
10:13AM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
11:48AMCrawley station (CRW)
201One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59526+SouthernW60133
09:43AM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
11:18AMCrawley station (CRW)
201One-way
1 transfer

Live departures

Luton to Crawley train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Crawley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:18 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslinkW59505+southernW60020
On time
6:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h37
7:50 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59505
On time
6:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
7:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59505
On time
6:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
7:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59506+southernW60118
On time
6:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
8:18 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59506
On time
6:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
8:09 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59506
On time
6:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59493
On time
6:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h34
8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59493 · G84449
On time
6:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h27
8:19 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59493 · G84449
On time
6:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h22
8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59493 · G84449 · G83640
On time
6:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
8:27 AM Crawley station (CRW)
2 transfers
thameslinkW59493
On time
6:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h40
8:32 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59508
On time
7:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
8:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59508
On time
7:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59508+southernW60120
On time
7:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
8:48 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59354 · G84453 · G83644
On time
7:22 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h36
8:58 AM Crawley station (CRW)
2 transfers
thameslinkW59354 · G84453
On time
7:22 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h27
8:49 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59354 · G84453
On time
7:22 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h22
8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59413
On time
7:27 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h43
9:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59413
On time
7:27 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h49
9:16 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59628
On time
7:37 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h17
8:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59628
On time
7:37 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h23
9:00 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59511
On time
7:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59511
On time
7:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
9:09 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59511+southernW60122
On time
7:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
9:18 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59494 · G84457
On time
7:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h22
9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59494 · G84457 · G83648
On time
7:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h36
9:28 AM Crawley station (CRW)
2 transfers
thameslinkW59494 · G84457
On time
7:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h27
9:19 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59494
On time
7:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h29
9:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59494
On time
7:52 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h36
9:28 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59415
On time
7:57 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h37
9:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59415
On time
7:57 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h43
9:40 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59515
On time
8:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
9:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59515
On time
8:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
9:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59515+southernW60125
On time
8:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
9:48 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59417
On time
8:27 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h37
10:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59417
On time
8:27 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h43
10:10 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59518
On time
8:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
10:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59518
On time
8:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
10:09 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59518+southernW60128
On time
8:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
10:18 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59419
On time
8:59 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h41
10:40 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59419
On time
8:59 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59522
On time
9:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h26
10:39 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59522
On time
9:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h21
10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59522+southernW60131
On time
9:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
10:48 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59422
On time
9:29 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
11:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59422
On time
9:29 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h41
11:10 AM Three Bridges (TBD)
0 transfersDirect
thameslinkW59526+southernW60133
On time
9:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
11:18 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59530+southernW60136
On time
10:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
11:48 AM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59534+southernW60138
On time
10:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
12:18 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59538+southernW60141
On time
11:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
12:48 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59542+southernW60143
On time
11:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
1:18 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59546+southernW60146
On time
12:13 PM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
1:48 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59550+southernW60148
On time
12:43 PM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
2:18 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59554+southernW60151
On time
1:13 PM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
2:48 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer
thameslinkW59558+southernW60153
On time
1:43 PM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
3:18 PM Crawley station (CRW)
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Crawley?

The best time to book your train from Luton to Crawley is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Crawley route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Crawley per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Crawley.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Crawley

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Trains from Luton to Crawley run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 21m.

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
Distance
87 km
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:56
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

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Crawley trainsThameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Crawley from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
€19
Southern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
€18
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
€55
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Crawley

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luton to Crawley can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Crawley is €39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Luton to Crawley is 1h 21m to travel the 87 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Luton to Crawley leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Luton to Crawley leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Luton to Crawley with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Luton to Crawley, you can count on Thameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Crawley. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Luton and Crawley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Crawley from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 21m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Luton to Crawley is November.
Yes, you can take a train between Luton and Crawley.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Crawley

Luton
Crawley
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your trip from Luton to Crawley.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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 Thameslink 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
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
LutonWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
LeagraveWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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