What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Crawley?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Crawley is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Crawley?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Crawley is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Crawley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Crawley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Town Centre East via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Crawley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Crawley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Crawley via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Manchester to Crawley?

The distance between Manchester and Crawley is 217 miles. The road distance is 227 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Crawley without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Crawley without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Crawley?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Manchester to Crawley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Crawley bus from?

Manchester to Crawley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Crawley train from?

Manchester to Crawley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Crawley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Crawley is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 5h 31m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £210 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Manchester to Crawley bus arrive?

Manchester to Crawley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Crawley train arrive?

Manchester to Crawley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Crawley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Crawley is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Manchester to Crawley.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Crawley?

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Where can I stay near Crawley?

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Manchester to Crawley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Crawley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Crawleytrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 21m
£78–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk980
6h 40m
£32–45
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 31m
£53–74
Drive 225.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Crawleycar 225.7 mi
4h 13m
£57–82
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Three Bridgestrain
3h 53m
£92–304
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
4h 51m
£59–209
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
5h 20m
£80–214
Fly Manchester Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Three Bridgestrain
5h 51m
£228–392

Manchester to Crawley by train and subway

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Crawley, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crawley via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Town Centre East via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 5h 31m.

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