What is the best way to travel from Crawley to Dover?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains for the journey to Dover from Crawley. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Dover from Crawley?
You can get to Dover with just $42 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 12m04:37 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station7:49 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 4:37:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 7:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 12m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 28m05:26 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station8:54 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:26:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 8:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Southern3h 35m05:47 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station9:22 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:47:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 9:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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Southern2h 48m05:49 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station8:37 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:49:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 8:37:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 48m
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What are the fastest trips from Crawley to Dover?
You can get to Dover from Crawley in just 2h 48m with a Train from Southern. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Southern2h 48m05:49 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station8:37 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:49:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 8:37:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 48m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 12m04:37 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station7:49 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 4:37:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 7:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 12m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 28m05:26 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station8:54 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:26:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 8:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Southern3h 35m05:47 AMCrawleyThree Bridges Station9:22 AMDoverKearsney Train Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Three Bridges Station, Crawley (United Kingdom) at 9/22/2026 5:47:00 AM to Kearsney Train Station, Dover (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/22/2026 9:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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Bus from Crawley to Dover
What are the most popular stations in Crawley and Dover?
In Crawley, you will usually depart from Borers Arms Road, Crowne Plaza Hotel or Three Bridges Station, while in Dover you will be arriving at Pencester Road Bus Station, Eastern Docks Bus Station or Kearsney Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dover from Crawley? With 4 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Crawley and Dover, you can pay as low as $42 with a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Southern: you will get to Dover in just 2h 48m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Crawley and Dover are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and Southern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Crawley and Dover is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from London Gatwick Airport or to Whitfield, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Lydd Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Crawley to Dover?
The most popular companies between Crawley and Dover, are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and Southern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and Southern
All you need to know when you travel from Crawley to Dover
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Crawley to Dover. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Crawley to Dover
How can I reach Dover from Crawley?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, with which you can get to Dover from Crawley.
How far is Dover from Crawley?
The distance between Crawley and Dover is 65.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Crawley and Dover?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 18 kgs, and a flight 26 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Crawley to Dover?
You can get to Dover with just $42 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).
What is the fastest way to get from Crawley to Dover?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dover in just 2h 48m with a Train from Southern.
More routes to Crawley and to Dover
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Crawley and to Dover. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
