The average train between Leeds and Crewe takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is an hourly train service from Leeds 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 Leeds and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 3:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Crewe at 12:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Crewe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Leeds to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Leeds to Crewe train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leeds and Crewe is 97.7 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Crewe via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 43m.