- Must visit
Crewe Heritage Centre
Crewe's main heritage museum with railway exhibits, signal box, and locomotives explaining the town's engineering story.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€88
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 27 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Crewe will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Glasgow to Crewe, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
W33776
C01363
L88600+
Y14774
W33472 · W33693
W33548 · W33686
W33776
C01363
W33472 · W33693
W33548 · W33686
L88600+
Y14774Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €307.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €307 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Crewe:
A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Crewe costing on average €81.
A bus is €265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Crewe costing on average €307.
Other travel options to Crewe take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 6h 55m.
The journey is about 59m faster (3h 8m by train vs 4h 7m by car) and roughly €26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€81 vs €107). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Crewe trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33548 · W33686 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h31 | 10:00 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1 transfer | |
W33776 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33472 · W33693 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 12:00 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 1 transfer | |
Y14774+ L88600 | 8:50 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h05 | 12:55 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 1 transfer | |
C01363 | 9:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h18 | 1:00 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Glasgow to Crewe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 12:44 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
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Discover the best of Crewe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crewe trip today.
Crewe's main heritage museum with railway exhibits, signal box, and locomotives explaining the town's engineering story.
Volunteer-run local museum covering village history, archives, and changing displays in nearby Nantwich for wider area context.
Historic atmospheric museum in a timber-framed building, showing civic history and period interiors in nearby Nantwich.
Major public park with lake, woodland, play areas, and sports facilities; one of Crewe's best places for a relaxed walk.
Recently improved town-centre square hosting events and giving visitors an easy introduction to modern Crewe.
Historic residential district linked to the railway era, interesting for urban character and Crewe's planned-town origins.
A flaky pastry pie filled with Cheshire cheese, onion, potato, and apple. It is a classic county dish linking Crewe to wider Cheshire food heritage.
A salty, crumbly cow's milk cheese from Cheshire, often eaten with bread or apples. It is one of England's oldest recorded cheeses.
A traditional fruit cake made with dried fruit and warming spice. It is associated with local fairs and family baking across Cheshire.
Popular casual dining spot serving pizzas, burgers, grills, and desserts. Lively, family-friendly atmosphere near the town centre.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for reliable curries, tandoori dishes, and friendly service in a comfortable setting.
Well-known modern British pub dining in a historic setting, popular for steaks, classics, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares can be high. Budget eats and pubs are widely available.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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Crewe Railway Station -> Crewe Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Crewe trains use the Glasgow Central to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Crewe.
ATMs are available at Crewe.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
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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