How to travel from Cardiff to Crewe, United Kingdom

The distance between Cardiff and Crewe is around 222km (138 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Cardiff to Crewe by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Crewe.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £76($90)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Liverpool One then take the train to Crewe.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    £34($40)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Crewe.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance254km (158 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cardiff and Crewe

There are several options for getting from Cardiff to Crewe by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £34 ($40) and will take around 3h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £76 ($90).

The distance between Cardiff and Crewe is around 222km (138 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 187km (116 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Cardiff and Crewe by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cardiff to Crewe is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx £76 ($90).

The cheapest way to travel between Cardiff and Crewe, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £34 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cardiff and Crewe. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Cardiff and Crewe with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 40m.

Transport for Wales run train services between Cardiff and Crewe. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cardiff and Crewe. We recommend that you take the train to Crewe. instead which will take 2h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cardiff to Crewe. We recommend that you take the train to Crewe. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Crewe is Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Crewe. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Cardiff and Crewe. The distance is around 254km (158 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cardiff to Crewe is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around £76 ($90).

How do I get from Cardiff to Crewe

Compare travel optionsbetween Cardiff and Crewe

Transport options from Cardiff to Crewe
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 40m
£76($90)
hourly222km (138 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 25m
£34($40)
twice a week377km (234 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
£44($52)
on demand254km (158 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Cardiff and Crewe

Train operators

Bus companies

Airports near Crewe

The following major airports near Crewe offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Crewe
LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
38km (24 miles) from Crewe
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Crewe