The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE)
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Crewe station (CRE) on Sat, Dec 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 51 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y03162 | On time 8:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h39 | 8:40 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h38 | 7:39 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) by train or bus
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Crewe trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Manchester Airport to Crewe. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport to Crewe.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Crewe.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Crewe.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester Airport to Crewe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Crewe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Crewe station (CRE) from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE) 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 station (CRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Crewe station (CRE)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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 at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- 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.
