4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Crewe
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Crewe will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham for Crewe on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C1784212:34 PM0h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:30 PMCrewe station (CRE)$151One-way0 transfers- C180111:34 PM0h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:30 PMCrewe station (CRE)$151One-way0 transfers
W333781:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers- W3337312:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers
- W333752:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers
- C1784212:34 PM0h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:30 PMCrewe station (CRE)$151One-way0 transfers
- C180111:34 PM0h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:30 PMCrewe station (CRE)$151One-way0 transfers
- W333781:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers
- W3337312:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers
- W333752:07 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:06 PMCrewe station (CRE)$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Crewe:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Crewe costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Crewe take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
The journey is about 3m faster (1h 9m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $32 (€26)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Crewe trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00860+C17907 | On time 12:01 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 1:02 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 1 transfer | |
| W33373 | 12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 1:06 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17842 | 12:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h56 | 1:30 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33378 | 1:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 2:06 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C18011 | 1:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h56 | 2:30 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33375 | 2:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 3:06 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Crewe
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Trains from Birmingham to Crewe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:51, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 1:51 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Birmingham to Crewe trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Crewe from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
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CrossCountry
Transport for Wales
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Crewe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Crewe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Crewe
Most Birmingham to Crewe trains use the Birmingham New Street to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Crewe station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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