The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Crewe
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Crewe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 12 trains that leave Watford for Crewe on Tue, Jun 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
7:31 AM2h23Watford9:54 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
7:38 AM1h45Watford9:23 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
8:31 AM2h23Watford10:54 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
8:38 AM1h46Watford10:24 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
9:31 AM2h23Watford11:54 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
6:51 AM1h32Watford8:23 AMCrewe$1821One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM1h36Watford7:24 AMCrewe$1821One-way0 transfers
6:31 AM1h37Watford8:08 AMCrewe$2401One-way1 transfer
7:38 AM1h45Watford9:23 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
8:38 AM1h46Watford10:24 AMCreweFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Watford to Crewe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Crewe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $182. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $182, and a train costs an average of $182.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$195 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 45m by train vs 2h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $195 (€161) compared to roughly $56 (€46) 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.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
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.
Live departures
Watford to Crewe train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Crewe trains for today, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:31 AM Watford | 1h37 | 8:08 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:31 AM Watford | 2h10 | 8:41 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:51 AM Watford | 1h32 | 8:23 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Watford | 2h23 | 9:54 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Watford | 2h34 | 10:05 AM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:38 AM Watford | 1h45 | 9:23 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Watford | 2h23 | 10:54 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Watford | 1h46 | 10:24 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Watford | 2h23 | 11:54 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:38 AM Watford | 1h46 | 11:24 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Watford | 2h24 | 12:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Watford | 1h46 | 12:24 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:31 AM Watford | 2h23 | 1:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:38 AM Watford | 1h46 | 1:24 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 2:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 2:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 3:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 3:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 4:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 4:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 5:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:51 PM Watford | 2h09 | 6:00 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:51 PM Watford | 2h16 | 6:07 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 6:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:35 PM Watford | 1h48 | 6:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 7:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:31 PM Watford | 3h06 | 8:37 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Watford | 1h48 | 7:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:31 PM Watford | 2h32 | 9:03 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Watford | 1h48 | 8:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:31 PM Watford | 2h23 | 9:54 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 9:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:31 PM Watford | 2h27 | 10:58 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:38 PM Watford | 1h45 | 10:23 PM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Watford | 1h34 | 10:59 PM Crewe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:44 PM Watford | 2h19 | 12:03 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:07 PM Watford | 2h03 | 12:10 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:17 PM Watford | 7h06 | 6:23 AM Crewe | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Crewe
Trains from Watford to Crewe run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 (€150) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 (€150) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Watford to Crewe trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Watford and Crewe from $182 (€150). 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 Watford to Crewe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford to Crewe
Most Watford to Crewe trains use the Watford Junction to Crewe station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford and Crewe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Watford station do trains to Crewe leave from?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Crewe station do trains from Watford 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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