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Compare train and bus for Oxford to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$99 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m 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 Oxford to Crewe:
A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Crewe costing on average $99 (€81).
Other travel options to Crewe take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€81) compared to roughly $45 (€37) 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.
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.
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Crewe.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Crewe
Trains from Oxford to Crewe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Crewe trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Crewe from $15 (€12). 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 Oxford to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

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Popular train stations from Oxford to Crewe
Most Oxford to Crewe trains use the Oxford to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Crewe leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Crewe station do trains from Oxford 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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