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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Crewe
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Crewe will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Crewe on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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 Preston to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€31 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Crewe trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:18 AM Preston | 0h42 | 11:00 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:18 PM Preston | 0h42 | 4:00 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 4:25 AM Preston | 1h43 | 6:08 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Preston to Crewe trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Preston to Crewe. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Preston to Crewe.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Crewe.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Preston to Crewe.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Preston to Crewe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston to Crewe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Crewe
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Trains from Preston to Crewe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Preston to Crewe trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and Crewe from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Preston to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston to Crewe
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
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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