The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE)
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Crewe station (CRE) 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 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.


Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h53 | 18:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 14:30, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 14:30 |
Last train 16:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Crewe station (CRE) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Crewe station (CRE) 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 station (CRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Crewe station (CRE)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- 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.
