4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Crewe
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Crewe will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Crewe 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 237 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
W342065:311h52London Euston (EUS)7:23Crewe station (CRE)£791One-way0 changes
P69505+W342045:352h34London Euston (EUS)8:09Crewe station (CRE)£1731One-way1 change
- W342065:311h52London Euston (EUS)7:23Crewe station (CRE)£791One-way0 changes
- P69505+W342045:352h34London Euston (EUS)8:09Crewe station (CRE)£1731One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 237 km
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2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Crewe trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01369 | On time 7:16 London Euston (EUS) | 2h50 | 10:06 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34147 | On time 7:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 9:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34073 | On time 7:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 9:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17750 | 7:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 9:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01304 | 8:00 London Euston (EUS) | 1h43 | 9:43 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34273 | On time 8:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 10:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33941 | On time 8:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 11:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33930 | On time 8:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h41 | 10:24 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17848 | On time 8:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h05 | 10:51 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34011 | On time 9:00 London Euston (EUS) | 1h42 | 10:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33935 | On time 9:36 London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 12:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34237 | On time 9:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h42 | 11:25 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17878 | 9:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 11:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34199 | On time 10:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 11:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
 C00581 | On time 10:19 London Euston (EUS) | 1h59 | 12:18 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34040 | 10:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 12:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34286 | 10:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 13:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34264 | On time 10:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h42 | 12:25 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17873 | 10:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 12:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34256 | On time 11:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 12:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33931 | On time 11:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 13:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01372 | On time 11:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h28 | 14:08 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34243 | 11:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h41 | 13:24 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17792 | 11:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 13:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34122 | 12:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 13:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34179 | On time 12:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h35 | 14:08 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34290 | On time 12:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 15:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34035 | On time 12:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 14:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17897 | On time 12:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 14:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34036 | On time 13:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 14:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34292 | On time 13:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 16:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34099 | On time 13:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 15:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17941 | On time 13:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 15:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34211 | On time 14:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 15:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33926 | On time 14:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h35 | 16:08 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34289 | 14:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 17:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34103 | On time 14:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 16:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18017 | On time 14:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 16:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33928 | On time 15:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 16:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34287 | 15:36 London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 18:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34215 | On time 15:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 17:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17881 | On time 15:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 17:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33906 | 16:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 17:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33873 | On time 16:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 18:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y14751 | 16:36 London Euston (EUS) | 1h41 | 18:17 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34291 | On time 16:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h28 | 19:08 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34030 | On time 16:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h41 | 18:24 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18013 | On time 16:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 18:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34276 | On time 17:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 18:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01361 | On time 17:16 London Euston (EUS) | 3h21 | 20:37 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33863 | On time 17:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 19:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34032 | On time 17:36 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 19:16 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34288 | 17:39 London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 20:06 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34248 | 17:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 19:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18012 | On time 17:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h08 | 19:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34188 | On time 18:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 19:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34022 | On time 18:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 20:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34083 | 18:40 London Euston (EUS) | 2h35 | 21:15 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34058 | On time 18:43 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 20:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17783 | On time 18:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h17 | 21:03 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34062 | On time 19:02 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 20:42 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00575 | 19:19 London Euston (EUS) | 2h02 | 21:21 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34129 | On time 19:33 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 21:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| W34206 | 5:31 London Euston (EUS) | 1h52 | 7:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69505+W34204 | 5:35 London Euston (EUS) | 2h34 | 8:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Crewe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Crewe run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 0:39 |
Last train 22:19 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Crewe trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Crewe from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Crewe
It's easy to travel between the nation's capital and the busy commuter town of Crewe, with multiple trains available every hour throughout the day and two train operators servicing this popular route.
London to Crewe train time: daily departures
This route is incredibly well-served and passengers can find as many as six scheduled services per hour at busy times, with some setting off at just 5-minute intervals. During the week, services on the route start just after 6:00 a.m. and run until after 10:00 p.m. Weekend services are also plentiful, with just a few changes to the main week schedule on a Sunday.
How long is the journey by train from London to Crewe?
Trains from London to Crewe can take as little as one hour 30 minutes, with Virgin Trains operating the fastest service. Most train services take less than two hours, although some can be around three hours in duration (and typically cheaper as a result). All services are direct with the exception of the late-night sleeper service after 11:00 p.m. which has a single change at Birmingham New Street.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Crewe?
Trains from London to Crewe depart from London Euston and arrive in at Crewe Station. The exception to this tends to be for the late night sleeper service which runs from London Marylebone.
Departure train station: London Euston is located in the heart of the city, next to Bloomsbury. London Euston is packed with facilities, including London Underground and bus connections, shops, food outlets and coffee kiosks, accessible toilets and showers, trolleys, waiting areas, digital ticketing and information signs, as well as WiFi.
Arrival train station: Crewe Station is one of the UK's most important historic train stations. Crewe Station has 12 platforms, a first-class lounge, trolleys and lifts, accessible toilets and showers, shops, coffee kiosks and food outlets, ATMs, phones and digital ticketing and information boards. Onward travel is easy with a taxi rank, bus rank, car park and five-minute walk into the town centre.
Which train companies travel from London to Crewe?
Trains from London to Crewe are operated by Virgin Trains and West Midlands Railway. Virgin Trains tends to operate slightly more services, but there's not much in it, with West Midlands Railway typically running two trains an hour at busy times on the route.
Virgin Trains London to Crewe
Virgin Trains runs direct services between London and Crewe which can take as little as one hour 30 minutes to complete the journey.
West Midlands Railway London to Crewe
West Midlands Railway also runs direct services and usually schedules two per hour at main times. Some of these services take a little longer at around three hours, but their prices tend to be very competitive.
London to Crewe Trains: Services on Board
You'll find excellent services on board these trains:
Virgin Trains offers first-class carriages, WiFi and fast digital networking. Luggage can be placed on racks at the end of the passenger carriages, above the seats and in designated luggage bays. Bikes can be pre-reserved to guarantee a space and well-behaved pets are also welcome. Most Virgin Trains will also have a specific carriage which is an onboard shop and bar.
West Midlands Railway offers the same benefits, but without the designated carriage for an onboard shop. However, a refreshments trolley does travel along the train.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Crewe?
To enjoy cheap tickets between London and Crewe, passengers are advised to be as flexible as possible with their travel dates and times, to book in advance and choose slower journeys or trains with connections. Use Omio to see the latest prices for each provider and choose mobile ticketing for easy paper-free travel.
FAQs: London to Crewe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Crewe 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 Crewe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Crewe
Most London to Crewe trains use the London Euston to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Crewe station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: 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.
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