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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Crawley is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Crawley is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Crawley?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Crawley. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Town Centre East via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Crawley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Crawley. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Crawley?

The distance between Portsmouth and Crawley is 55 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Crawley without a car is to train via Horsham which takes 1h 31m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Portsmouth to Crawley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Crawley bus from?

Portsmouth to Crawley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Crawley train from?

Portsmouth to Crawley train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Crawley?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Crawley is to train via Horsham which takes 1h 31m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Crawley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Crawley train arrive?

Portsmouth to Crawley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Crawley?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Crawley is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Portsmouth to Crawley.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Crawley by train, bus, or car

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Train via Horsham
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
1h 31m
£28–56
Drive 55.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Crawleycar 55.9 mi
1h 9m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 57m
£23–43
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Crawleytrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Victoria / ...
1h 32m
£28–60

Portsmouth to Crawley by train

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Distance: 54.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Southern operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horsham hourly. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Town Centre East via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 2h 57m.

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