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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Crewe
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Crewe will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading 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 208 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
9:152h45Reading12:00Crewe£291One-way0 changes
- 9:152h45Reading12:00Crewe£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 208 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£64 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Crewe trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:15 Reading | 2h44 | 7:59 Crewe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Crewe
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Trains from Reading to Crewe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 208 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Reading to Crewe trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Crewe from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Crewe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Crewe
Most Reading to Crewe trains use the Reading to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Crewe leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, 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 Reading 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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