Visiting Crawley

Crawley is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Crawley?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Crawley then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

This should be enough to get you going in Crawley!

FAQs About Crawley

How Do I Get To Crawley?

Driving Directions:

From London: Take the M23 southbound towards Brighton and exit at Junction 10 for Crawley. Follow signs to Crawley.

From Brighton: Take the A23 northbound towards London and exit at Crawley. Follow signs to Crawley.

From Gatwick Airport: Follow signs for the M23 southbound towards Brighton and exit at Junction 10 for Crawley. Follow signs to Crawley.

Rail Directions:

Crawley is well-served by train connections, with direct services to London, Brighton, and other surrounding towns. The train station is located in the town center, within walking distance of many of the town's attractions and amenities.

If traveling from London, take the train from Victoria station to Crawley; the journey takes around 50 minutes. If traveling from Brighton or other surrounding towns, check with local rail providers for services and schedules.

Local Landmarks:

If visiting nearby Gatwick Airport, you can catch a direct train or bus to Crawley in just a few minutes. The town is also just a short drive or train ride from the beautiful South Downs National Park, perfect for hiking, cycling, and exploring.

If you're driving from nearby Horsham, take the A264 towards Crawley; the journey takes around 20 minutes. From East Grinstead, take the A22 and A264 towards Crawley; the journey takes around 30 minutes.

What's The Nearest Airport To Crawley?

The closest airport to Crawley is Gatwick Airport, which is only 4.5 miles away.

If you are driving from Gatwick Airport to Crawley, the shortest route is via the A23, which will take around 10-15 minutes depending on traffic. Alternatively, there are also good public transport links, including buses and trains.

Where Is Crawley?