- 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
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Crewe will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool for Crewe on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
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C16913
C16915Trains from Liverpool to Crewe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Crewe trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C16920 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h40 | 8:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16923 | On time 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 9:18 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34170 | On time 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 9:21 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16925 | On time 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 9:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16927 | On time 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 10:18 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34119 | On time 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 10:21 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16929 | On time 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 10:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16932 | On time 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 11:18 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34182 | On time 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 11:21 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16934 | On time 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 11:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16936 | On time 11:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 12:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34094 | On time 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 12:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16939 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 12:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16942 | On time 12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 1:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33894 | On time 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 1:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16944 | On time 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 1:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16947 | On time 1:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 2:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33949 | On time 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 2:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16949 | On time 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 2:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16951 | On time 2:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 3:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34165 | On time 2:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 3:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16954 | On time 3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 3:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16956 | On time 3:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 4:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34163 | On time 3:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 4:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16959 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 4:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16962 | On time 4:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 5:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33877 | On time 4:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 5:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16964 | On time 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h40 | 5:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16967 | On time 5:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 6:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33917 | On time 5:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 6:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16969 | On time 6:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 6:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16972 | On time 6:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 7:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34121 | On time 6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 7:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16976 | On time 7:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 8:18 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34166 | On time 7:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 8:21 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17016 | On time 8:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h42 | 8:50 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16980 | On time 8:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h44 | 9:17 PM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
C16913 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h42 | 6:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16915 | 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 7:18 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16917 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h40 | 7:50 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16918 | 7:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 8:18 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33878 | 7:40 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h41 | 8:21 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Crewe trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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