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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 02
€11
Average ticket price on Oct 02
€29
Fastest journey on Oct 02
53 m
Average journey duration on Oct 02
55 m
Trains on Oct 02
25
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Birmingham will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Fri, Oct 02, we found 25 trains from Crewe to Birmingham, including 17 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 02 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Oct 02 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
C169645:52 PM0h56Crewe station (CRE)6:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€111One-way0 transfers- C169676:19 PM1h01Crewe station (CRE)7:20 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€111One-way0 transfers
- C169125:58 AM0h54Crewe station (CRE)6:52 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€121One-way0 transfers
- C169208:52 AM0h56Crewe station (CRE)9:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
W44835_G385486:38 AM1h54Crewe station (CRE)8:32 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
C013687:04 AM0h53Crewe station (CRE)7:57 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€161One-way0 transfers- C169125:58 AM0h54Crewe station (CRE)6:52 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€121One-way0 transfers
G010436:01 PM0h56Crewe station (CRE)6:57 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€231One-way0 transfers- C169208:52 AM0h56Crewe station (CRE)9:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
- C169645:52 PM0h56Crewe station (CRE)6:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€111One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Birmingham
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Trains from Crewe to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:51, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 48m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 1:51 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Crewe to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17991 · W70619 | 5:11 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h39 | 6:50 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00997 | 5:44 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h13 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16912 | 5:58 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h54 | 6:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44835_G38548 | 6:38 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h54 | 8:32 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33950 | 6:40 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h57 | 7:37 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16913 | 6:51 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h57 | 7:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01368 | 7:04 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 7:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38866+C16883 · Y81100 | 7:09 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h07 | 9:16 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
| C16915 | 7:19 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h01 | 8:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33947+W29851 | 7:32 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h01 | 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W45217 | 7:34 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h56 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16917 | 7:51 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h57 | 8:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34252+G01003 | 7:55 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h02 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34207 | 8:04 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h02 | 9:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16918 | 8:19 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h01 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34092+G01138 | 8:32 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h01 | 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16920 | 8:52 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0h56 | 9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34089+G01005 | 8:55 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h02 | 9:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34271 | 9:04 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h02 | 10:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Crewe to Birmingham
Most Crewe to Birmingham trains use the Crewe to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Crewe and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Crewe station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, 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 Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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