What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Crawley?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Town Centre East via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Crawley?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Three Bridges via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Crawley is 164 miles. The road distance is 154.5 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train, bus or fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 39m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley train arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley.

Where can I stay near Crawley?

There are 727+ hotels available in Crawley.

Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Crawley. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Three Bridgestrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 22m
£80–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
6h 39m
£23–36
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Crawleyrideshare 153.6 mi
2h 38m
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawleycar 153.6 mi
2h 38m
£38–54
Fly
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EMA - LGW
3h 43m
£63–121
Train via Crawley
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Crawleytrain Peterborough - Horsham / ...
4h
£81–131
Bus via EMA Departure Building
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
6h 47m
£35–77

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Crawley by bus and train

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Crawley, England?

You can take a bus from EMA Departure Building to Three Bridges via Rail Station Sycamore Road, Long Eaton, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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