The average train between Wakefield and Crewe takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Crewe at 12:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Crewe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Wakefield to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Wakefield to Crewe train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wakefield and Crewe is 90.3 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Crewe via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 54m.