🔴 Birmingham New Street: approx. 2 hrs 30 mins (change at London Victoria or Clapham Junction)

🟠 Manchester Piccadilly: approx. 3 hrs+ (change in London)

🟡 Bristol Temple Meads: approx. 2 hrs 30 mins (change at Clapham Junction)

🟢 London Victoria: approx. 45–50 mins (direct, Southern/Thameslink)

🔵 London Bridge: approx. 45 mins (direct)

🔵 Gatwick Airport: approx. 10 mins (direct, 2 stops)

🟢 Brighton: approx. 35–40 mins (direct)

🟣 Three Bridges: approx. 5 mins (one stop – alternative station with bus connections)

🚶 Walking (20–25 minutes)

Turn left out of the station onto Station Way. At the crossroads, turn left onto Brighton Road. Walk straight down Brighton Road for just under a mile all the way to the end, then turn right onto Southgate Avenue. Cross the roundabout and you’ll see the stadium in front of you. Use the underpass to cross the A23 to reach the ground.

🚌 Bus – Fastway 10 (under 10 minutes, very frequent)

Cross the road outside Crawley station to Crawley Bus Station. Go to Stop A and catch the Fastway 10 – it drops you right outside the stadium entrance. Runs every 7 minutes and is fast and reliable. If arriving from Three Bridges, use Stop C and catch the Fastway 20. From Gatwick Airport, catch either the Fastway 10 or 20 southbound. Check metrobusltd.co.uk for timetables.

🚕 Taxi (5–8 minutes, around £6–9)

There’s a taxi rank outside Crawley station. Fares are charged by the mile. Quick and easy if you’re loaded up with bags or running late.

🍺 The Imperial (Broadfield Barton, RH11 9BA)

About 5 minutes’ walk from the stadium, right in the centre of the Broadfield neighbourhood. Away fans are welcome, and colours can be worn. A proper local with a decent atmosphere – a good shout if you want something close to the ground without heading into town.

🍺 New Moon (Brighton Road, RH10 6SZ)

Just under 5 minutes’ walk along Brighton Road from the stadium. One of the most recommended options is near the ground. Straightforward pub with a friendly atmosphere, away fans regularly use it without problems. Often busy on matchdays, so arrive early.

🍺 The Downsman (Wakehurst Drive, RH10 6DH)

A Hungry Horse pub is a short walk from the ground. Known locally for a surprisingly decent curry and reliable pub food alongside a solid drinks selection. Away fans have used this without issues. Slightly off the beaten track but perfectly accessible. Good if you want food before the match.

⚾ Away Fan Zone – Broadfield Stadium (Next to the away turnstiles)

Crawley’s dedicated pre-match zone for travelling fans is located right at the north end of the ground next to your turnstiles. Music, food, and both alcoholic and soft drinks are available before kick-off and at half-time. A great recent addition that makes the matchday considerably more enjoyable.

🍺 Wetherspoons (The Hogshead) – Crawley Town Centre

The classic away fan fallback works well here. Town centre location, cheap drinks, food served all day, and away fans reporting seeing very few home supporters make it relaxed and hassle-free. A consistent recommendation from travelling fans across the leagues.

🍺 The Railway (2-4 Brighton Road, RH10 6AA)

Handy for those arriving by train – right on Brighton Road, very close to the station. Good for a quick pint before making your way to the ground. Away fans regularly use this without issue, and it’s a natural first stop if walking down to the stadium.

🍻 Redz Bar – Broadfield Stadium (Behind the South Terrace)

Crawley’s official supporters’ bar, situated behind the South Stand. Open to families and generally welcoming of away supporters who cover their colours. Worth a visit for a look at the club’s social scene if you arrive early. There’s also a mobile pizza truck and catering outside Redz before kick-off.

Stadium Concourse & Away Fan Zone

Six snack bars operate inside Broadfield Stadium, offering hot and cold food and drinks. The Away Fan Zone next to the turnstiles also serves food before kick-off and at half-time. Queues can build at busy times, so get there early. There’s also a pizza truck outside Redz Bar before the match.

Tesco Express (Downland Drive, RH11 8SW – 5 minutes’ walk)

The nearest shop to the stadium for grabbing snacks, drinks and supplies. Also home to the closest cash machine if you need cash before the match. Simple but useful.

County Mall Shopping Centre

Crawley’s main shopping centre has a comprehensive food court covering all the major chains – McDonald’s, KFC, Subway, Nando’s, and more – all within a few minutes of the town centre. Good if you’re travelling with family and want something quick and familiar pre-match.

High Street & Town Centre Restaurants

Crawley’s town centre has a good range of independent cafés, pizza restaurants, and international cuisine. The pub food at The Downsman near the ground is also consistently well rated. For a proper sit-down meal, the town centre is the place to head – there’s plenty of choice for all budgets.

Travelodge Crawley – Town Centre / Station area

Reliable budget option centrally located. Good for away fans wanting easy access to both town centre pubs and the stadium. Book in advance for the best rates. travelodge.co.uk

Premier Inn Crawley – multiple locations

Several Premier Inns in and around Crawley, with some near Gatwick Airport offering excellent value if you book early. Consistently reliable and good for an overnight stay. premierinn.com

Holiday Inn Crawley / Gatwick

Solid mid-range choice with good facilities, well placed for both the stadium and Gatwick. Often available for reasonable rates, especially if booked in advance for a midweek fixture.

Ibis Styles London Gatwick Airport

Modern, well-reviewed hotel near Gatwick with a decent restaurant and bar. A short journey from Crawley town centre and the stadium. A good base for combining football with a trip to London via Gatwick.

Hilton London Gatwick Airport / Crowne Plaza Gatwick

Airport hotels offering full facilities and comfortable rooms. Pricier, but if you’re making a proper weekend of it – combining the football with a break – these provide a comfortable base with direct train access to Crawley and London. Best booked well in advance.

🌲 Tilgate Park – FREE (Titmus Drive, Crawley RH10 5PQ)

Crawley’s finest park and one of the best free attractions in the county. Set across 2,000 acres of a former country estate in the High Weald, it has three lakes, pine forests, walking trails and watersports hire (kayaks, paddle boards, rowing boats). The Tilgate Nature Centre houses meerkats, red pandas and owls. tilgateparkcrawley.co.uk

🌳 Nymans Garden (National Trust) – approx. 6 miles from Crawley

One of the National Trust’s great gardens, set in the High Weald on Crawley’s doorstep. Famous for its romantic ruins, rare plant collection and stunning woodland walks. Gorgeous in spring and autumn. National Trust members free; adult entry around £14. nationaltrust.org.uk

🌳 Wakehurst – Kew’s Wild Botanic Garden – approx. 8 miles from Crawley

Over 500 acres of woodlands, gardens and biodiversity wonderland managed by Kew. Home to the Millennium Seed Bank (holding 2.4 billion seeds). A remarkable day out, well worth the short drive. Entry around £20 adult. kew.org/wakehurst

🏛️ Goffs Park – FREE (Goffs Park Road, Crawley)

A lovely 50-acre town park between the town centre and Ifield, with an 18-hole pitch and putt course (open spring to autumn), a lake, woodland trails and a miniature light railway run by volunteers on Sundays. A relaxing pre-match option if you’re in town early.

🛩️ Gatwick Aviation Museum – approx. 3 miles from Crawley (Charlwood, RH6 0BT)

A brilliant small museum documenting the boom years of British aviation, featuring classic jets, rare aircraft and exhibits on manufacturers like Hawker and Gloster. Opened a new building in 2016. Excellent for plane enthusiasts and a genuine hidden gem near the airport. gatwickaviationmuseum.co.uk

🏖️ Brighton & the South Coast – approx. 30 minutes by train

If you’re making a weekend of the away trip, Brighton is just 35 minutes by train and offers one of the best days out in England. The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Lanes, Palace Pier and the Laines are all unmissable. Pair the football on Saturday with a Sunday in Brighton – a perfect away day weekend.

🏰 High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Crawley sits on the western edge of the High Weald AONB – one of England’s finest landscapes of ancient woodlands, sandstone ridges and picturesque villages. Perfect for walking or cycling if you’re down for the weekend. Hartfield, Groombridge and Withyham are all within easy reach.

🍺 Away Fan Zone: The dedicated zone next to the away turnstiles serves alcohol and food before kick-off and at half-time – a really welcome facility at this level. Use it.

🏙️ Compact & Close: Broadfield Stadium’s modest capacity and covered North Terrace means the atmosphere concentrates well. You’ll be right behind the goal and close to the action – proper football intimacy.

📰 No Programme: Crawley no longer produce a matchday programme, so there’s nothing to collect at this one – save your coins for the bar instead.

🚧 Dress for the Weather: The North Terrace is covered, so you’re sheltered from rain. The East Stand (used for bigger allocations) is also fully covered and all-seated – either way, you’re protected.

⏰ Turnstiles: Open around 60 minutes before kick-off. The ground fills quickly given the modest capacity – arrive with time to spare, especially for popular fixtures.

♿ Disabled Access: Three accessible parking spaces available for away fans (blue badge required, in car). Email tickets@crawleytownfc.com to book. Drop-off bay also available.

🛣️ Post-Match: The A23 access is brilliant – you can be on the M23 within minutes of the final whistle. If walking back to the station, allow 25 minutes along Brighton Road or catch the Fastway 10 back to town.

🏟️ Crawley Town FC: 01293 410 000 | crawleytownfc.com

🎫 Ticket Office: 01293 410 000 | crawleytownfc.com/tickets

🚂 National Rail: 03457 48 49 50 | nationalrail.co.uk

🚌 Metrobus (Fastway 10/20): metrobusltd.co.uk

ℹ️ Crawley Borough Council / Tourism: crawley.gov.uk

🌲 Tilgate Park: tilgateparkcrawley.co.uk

🌳 Nymans (National Trust): nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans