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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Watford to Crawley. Traveling by bus from Watford to Crawley usually takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (62 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 48m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 263.51 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Watford to Crawley?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Watford to Crawley. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 3h 15m | DKK 324.54 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 62 kilometers from Watford to Crawley. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 48 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all buses from Watford to Crawley, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
Most buses depart from the main station in Watford.
All bus stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where does the bus arrive in Crawley?
Main arrival station: GATWICK Airport London North (LGW)
The bus stop at London Gatwick Airport is located at the covered entrance to the North Terminal. The stop is just steps away from the check-in desks and close to facilities including bag wrapping, ATMs, public restrooms, and several food options. Intercity buses depart from Gatwick, including National Express, whose most popular routes go to London, Brighton, and Oxford. Budget bus carrier Megabus also runs a route from the airport to London. An inter-terminal monorail shuttle arrives every few minutes to connect the North Terminal to the South Terminal. The South Terminal is where passengers will find Gatwick Airport Railway Station.
Bus stations in Crawley:
GATWICK Airport London North (LGW)
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