The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Ludlow
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Ludlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Ludlow will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Crewe for Ludlow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:101h10Crewe8:20Ludlow£221One-way0 changes
7:101h10Crewe8:20Ludlow£221One-way0 changes
Live departures
Crewe to Ludlow train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Ludlow trains for tomorrow, Saturday 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 Crewe | 1h10 | 8:20 Ludlow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Ludlow
Trains from Crewe to Ludlow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Crewe to Ludlow trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe and Ludlow from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Crewe to Ludlow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Ludlow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ludlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Ludlow
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 16:45 Saturday 06:45 - 12:45 Sunday Closed The ticket office is operated by a third party ticketing agent.
- Car Park: Ludlow Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available on Platform 2.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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