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East Midlands Parkway to Crawley by train

First train

04:15

Last train

22:33

Departure station

East Midlands Parkway

Arrival station

Crawley

Journey time

From 2h 41m

Distance

129 miles (208 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley by train

Looking to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 17 minutes to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 129 miles (208 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Crawley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Southern to get to Crawley. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley

Want to know more about your journey from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Crawley from East Midlands Parkway?

To travel to Crawley from East Midlands Parkway, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 41 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley?

Trains from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley take an average of 3 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 41 minutes. You'll usually find 7 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between East Midlands Parkway and Crawley by train?

The quickest journey time between East Midlands Parkway and Crawley by train is 2 hours and 41 minutes.

Are there direct trains from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley?

No, there are no direct trains running from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from East Midlands Parkway to Crawley

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for East Midlands Parkway to Crawley is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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