Cardiff to Crawley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

131.9 miles 212.3 km · straight line
168.6 miles actual route 271.3 km · driving distance
3h 16min estimated drive time
£26 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
100° E bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Crawley?

The distance from Cardiff to Crawley is 131.9 miles (212.3 km) as the crow flies. Crawley is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.6 miles, taking about 3h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Crawley. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Crawley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 16min £26 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 55min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 6min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Crawley

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Crawley
51.11°N, 0.18°W
Europe/London
84m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 188.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM