Travelling by train from Manchester to Crewe is faster and greener than driving - it can also be cheaper. With free onboard Wi-Fi and charging points, you can stay connected, catch up on work, or simply relax as you enjoy the scenic countryside views.

  • Free Wi-Fi
    Free Wi-Fi
  • Charging points
    Charging points
  • Direct
    Direct
Live departures and arrivals

 

How long is the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe?

It takes 30-40 minutes, with regular services operating from early morning to late evening.

 

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe?

Yes, most trains on this route are direct, offering a seamless and stress-free travel experience for commuters and day-trippers alike.

 

Why travel by train?

Travelling by train is a stress-free alternative to driving or flying. The train takes you directly from the heart of Manchester to the heart of Crewe, with no need to waste time locating and paying for a parking space.

 

Why visit Crewe?

Crewe is known for its connection to the railway and immaculately maintained golf courses, but there’s so much more to it. Keen walkers enjoy the town’s proximity to a series of routes, of which the Crewe and Nantwich Circular Walk is one of the most popular. Covering 29 miles, it passes through the glorious Cheshire countryside and takes you past some wonderful sights, including Shrewbridge Lake, the Shropshire Union Canal and the Sandbach Flashes.

Crewe Heritage Centre charts the history of the region, with displays showing how the canal was built and the part the railway played in Crewe’s development. Appropriately, the Heritage Centre has its own miniature railway - you can drive the deceptively powerful locomotive, control the signal box and even get to know the superfast Advanced Passenger Train.

Old Moreton Hall is well worth a visit. It’s an eye-catching, black and white timbered hall that’s wonderfully wonky due to subsidence. It’s described by the National Trust as being "lifted straight from a fairy story, a gingerbread house". Constructed in the early 1500s for wealthy landowners, the Moretons, the excessive amount of timber used reflected their standing in the community. Inside, the hall has been restored to its former glory, filled with the medieval furniture that would have been within its walls in the 16th century. The surrounding gardens are immaculate, with the Knot Garden perfectly trimmed, a picturesque orchard and a wonderful yew tree tunnel.

After exploring, hop on a TfW train back to Manchester and start planning your next adventure.

 

Top tips for buying your Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe train tickets

Save money and travel in a way that suits you with the following options:

  • Advance tickets*: Buy early for the best value fares. These tickets are limited in availability and may sell out quickly.
  • Railcards: Take advantage of railcard discounts to save up to a third on your next trip.
  • Anytime tickets: Our most flexible tickets allow you to travel any time of the day, any day of the week.

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*Advance tickets are our best value fares and railcard discounts can be used when buying them. We can't guarantee the availability of Advance tickets as they’re limited in number and only on sale up to 18:00 before the day you travel. We’d recommend you buy early to avoid disappointment.