Crawley bus station and transport hub improvements

The Station Gateway regeneration scheme, which will transform Crawley bus station and the surrounding streets, is anticipated to take 24 months, according to Crawley Borough Council. 

The council has appointed contractor Landbuild Ltd to complete phase one of the project, which was approved in February 2025 and will involve new bus shelters and 11 redesigned bus stops. 

It will also see the bus layover stands relocated to Haslett Avenue West and Station Way.

The works are set to begin in early 2026.

They are designed to improved bus and traffic flows around Friary Way and create a better-connected transport hub for pedestrians and cyclists between the railway station, bus station and the wider town centre.

Other parts of the project include adding soft landscaping to the area and providing high-quality, enjoyable public spaces to help boost footfall in the town centre. 

Nick Hill, commercial director of Metrobus, which operates in Crawley, said: "The existing bus station was built at a time when usage of buses in Crawley was a fraction of current levels thanks to two decades of substantial year on year growth.

"It is now running at capacity and the bus station - along with the junction through Station Way - is to receive major improvements to deliver the capacity and faster journey times needed for the future, as well as providing a better environment for users of buses and the town centre."

West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall said: "The appointment of Landbuild marks a significant milestone for the Station Gateway project, which forms a key part of the wider growth programme for Crawley.

"With works due to commence in January 2026, this step brings us closer to delivering a modern, accessible transport hub that supports economic growth and improves connectivity for residents, businesses, and visitors."