The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Manchester Airport will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 1 trains that leave Crewe for Manchester Airport 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 32 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Crewe to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crewe to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Manchester Airport trains for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:53 Crewe | 2h46 | 15:39 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
![]() | 10:16 Crewe | 0h36 | 10:52 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Crewe to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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Why should you book Crewe to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Crewe to Manchester Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Crewe to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Crewe to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Crewe to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Manchester Airport
Trains from Crewe to Manchester Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 36m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 18:16 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Crewe to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Crewe and Manchester Airport from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
Cross Country
FAQs: Crewe to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Manchester Airport
- 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.
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