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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Crewe | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Crewe | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Crewe | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Crewe to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$5 - $39 | Average Duration40m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$7 - $7 | Average Duration40m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Crewe to Manchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Crewe to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Crewe to Manchester start from $5. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Crewe to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Crewe to Manchester is 40m, covering a distance of 28 miles (46 km). The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Crewe to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Crewe to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Crewe to Manchester at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Crewe to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Crewe to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Crewe to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Crewe to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Crewe to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Crewe to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $4 to $40 for a train ticket from Crewe to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Transport for Wales will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
