The average train between Manchester and Crewe takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 29 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Manchester 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 every 20 minutes between Manchester and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 8:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Crewe at 12:29 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Crewe station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.
Manchester to Crewe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Crewe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Manchester to Crewe train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Crewe is 44.7 km. The road distance is 49 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 37 min. Three other operators also service this route.