4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Crewe
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €5
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €13
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 35 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 36 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 12
- Distance
- 45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Crewe will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 12 trains from Manchester to Crewe, including 11 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
L8967210:06 PM 0h56 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:02 PM Crewe station (CRE) €5 1 One-way 0 transfers- L89665
9:06 PM 0h52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 9:58 PM Crewe station (CRE) €6 1 One-way 0 transfers - L89657
8:06 PM 0h52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 8:58 PM Crewe station (CRE) €6 1 One-way 0 transfers - L89634
5:06 PM 0h59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 6:05 PM Crewe station (CRE) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - L89706 · G90102
4:38 PM 1h01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:39 PM Crewe station (CRE) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer
W342854:54 PM 0h35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:29 PM Crewe station (CRE) €22 1 One-way 0 transfers
W448419:30 PM 0h35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:05 PM Crewe station (CRE) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers- W44845
10:32 PM 0h36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:08 PM Crewe station (CRE) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38886
4:30 PM 0h38 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:08 PM Crewe station (CRE) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - W44831
8:30 PM 0h38 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 9:08 PM Crewe station (CRE) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Crewe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Crewe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 29m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Crewe trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33102 | 8:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h34 | 8:39 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C32681 | 8:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h44 | 8:53 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G01008 | 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h35 | 9:01 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38896 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h39 | 10:09 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C32683 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h47 | 10:46 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Why should you book Manchester to Crewe trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Crewe.
- 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.
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Crewe.
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Manchester to Crewe trainsNorthern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester and Crewe from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Crewe
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Trains from Manchester to Crewe
The distance between Manchester and Crewe in the north east of England is approximately 40 km, with trains completing this journey in between 35 minutes and 1 hour. Trains from Manchester to Crewe depart from Picadilly station in Manchester, arriving at Crewe Station in the centre of the city. There are direct trains that do not require a change of train and make no other stops from Manchester to Crewe that are run by both Virgin trains and Northern railways. Trains depart regularly throughout the day, with departures approximately every 25 minutes during the daytime, and around every 4 hours through the night.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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
Popular train stations from Manchester to Crewe
Most Manchester to Crewe trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Crewe leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Crewe station do trains from Manchester 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.
Most popular train connections from Manchester
More options for your journey from Manchester to Crewe
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Crewe and Manchester
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
