The average train between Carlisle and Crewe takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Crewe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Crewe at 11:27 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Crewe station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.
Carlisle to Crewe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Crewe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Carlisle to Crewe train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Carlisle and Crewe is 202.5 km. The road distance is 226 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.