What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to Crewe?

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Crewe is to bus and train which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Crewe?

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Crewe is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Crewe?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Crewe via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Darlington to Crewe?

The distance between Darlington and Crewe is 143 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

How do I travel from Darlington to Crewe without a car?

The best way to get from Darlington to Crewe without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Darlington to Crewe?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Darlington to Crewe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Crewe train from?

Darlington to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Crewe?

The best way to get from Darlington to Crewe is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Darlington to Crewe train arrive?

Darlington to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Crewe?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Crewe is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Darlington to Crewe.

How do I get a train ticket from Darlington to Crewe?

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Where can I stay near Crewe?

There are 944+ hotels available in Crewe.

Darlington to Crewe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Darlington to Crewe by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 44m
£29–139
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 49m
£18–41
Drive 131.8 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Crewecar 131.8 mi
2h 49m
£32–46
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Darlington to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Stockporttrain Cleethorpes - Stockport / ...
3h 20m
£31–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
4h 27m
£26–61

Darlington to Crewe by train and tram

129Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Darlington to Crewe.

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Distance: 142.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Crewe, England?

You can take a train from Darlington to Crewe via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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