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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Crewe
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Crewe will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chester for Crewe on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
1:56 PM0h22Chester2:18 PMCrewe$131One-way0 transfers- 5:55 PM0h22Chester6:17 PMCrewe$151One-way0 transfers
6:24 AM0h20Chester6:44 AMCrewe$191One-way0 transfers
- 6:24 AM0h20Chester6:44 AMCrewe$191One-way0 transfers
- 5:55 PM0h22Chester6:17 PMCrewe$151One-way0 transfers
- 1:56 PM0h22Chester2:18 PMCrewe$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chester to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chester to Crewe:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chester to Crewe costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Crewe take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (21m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chester to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Crewe trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 PM Chester | 0h22 | 8:17 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 6:24 AM Chester | 0h20 | 6:44 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:56 PM Chester | 0h22 | 2:18 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Crewe
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Trains from Chester to Crewe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Crewe trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Crewe from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chester to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester to Crewe
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
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