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Buses from Crawley (West Sussex) to Reading

🚌 Starting from Crawley Bus Station, the journey to Reading by bus includes transfers at Gatwick Airport North Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 5. The total travel time is approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes.

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  • There is no direct bus from Crawley station to Reading. However, you can take a bus from Crawley Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminal, then transfer to another bus that will take you to Heathrow Terminal 5. From there, you can catch the Reading Railair service to reach Reading. The total journey time, including transfers, is approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes.
  • To catch the bus from Crawley to Reading, you will need to head to Gatwick Airport North Terminal station. This is where the bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from. Make sure to check the specific departure point within the station and allow plenty of time to get there before your scheduled bus departure. Remember to have your ticket ready for boarding.
  • The bus from Crawley to Reading, operated by RailAir, arrives at Reading Railair station. This station is specifically designated for the RailAir service that connects passengers between major airports and Reading. Upon arrival, make sure to gather your belongings and disembark safely. From Reading Railair station, you can easily access other parts of Reading or continue your journey to your final destination.
  • There are multiple buses involved in the journey from Crawley to Reading. The bus services operated by Megabus UK depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and connect passengers to Reading. Additionally, the RailAir service also provides a bus connection that arrives at Reading Railair station. In total, the journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes to reach Reading from Crawley by bus.
  • The Crawley to Reading buses are typically the most crowded during peak travel times, such as early mornings and late afternoons, especially on weekdays when people are commuting. On the other hand, the buses may be less crowded during midday hours or on weekends when there might be fewer passengers traveling between these locations. It is advisable to plan your journey during off-peak hours if you prefer a less crowded bus experience.
  • The first bus from Crawley to Reading typically departs from Gatwick Airport North Terminal early in the morning. The last bus for this route usually leaves Gatwick Airport North Terminal in the evening, allowing for travel throughout the day. It's recommended to check the specific schedules with the bus operators, Megabus UK and RailAir, to confirm the exact departure times for the first and last buses of the day.

Will you be returning to Crawley (West Sussex) by bus?

If you are looking for a return bus trip, check out the buses from Reading to Crawley (West Sussex).

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