Trains to Crewe

Things to do in Crewe

You can’t visit Crewe without doing something connected with the railway, so if you’re looking for a great day out, you have to visit the Crewe Heritage Centre. Among the exhibits is the prototype of the Advanced Passenger Train, Britain’s 1970s/80s answer to the Italian Pendolino, which you might well travel to Crewe on. There’s also a shop and cafe there, so why not spend a few hours among the trains?

If you’ve got a little time to spare and the sun is shining, you should take a wander around Queen’s Park, a Victorian-era garden built at the height of the British park-building craze that was intended to enhance the lifestyles of working Britons. It has changed little in the intervening century and a half, and you never know, there could be an ice cream van there that was built a stone’s throw from where you’re standing.

Bentley is a name synonymous with luxury driving, and the cars are the sole preserve of celebrities, footballers and successful business people. But there’s nothing stopping you from booking on a tour of the factory to see the master craftspeople at work on these cars, the designs of which are made to the customer’s detailed specifications. And while you’re there, don’t forget to put your deposit down on your next Bentley – it’ll save you a trip.

Popular Avanti West Coast trains to Crewe

Crewe exists because of the railways, so it’s no surprise it’s very easy to get to by train.

Ways to save

Plan ahead, and you should rarely have to pay full price when you travel to Crewe on Avanti West Coast. The most you’ll ever pay is when you buy your ticket on the day and travel during peak hours – so here are some ways you can save.

First, if you’re a regular train traveller, have you considered a Railcard? For as little as £30 a year, you can get big discounts off your travel when you go off-peak, discounts that can be as much as 50% if you’re 16 or 17 years old, and one third off for everyone else. You can easily see how that £30 would be a good investment if you travel just a few times a year.

If you’re travelling with friends, family or colleagues, you can save by booking together as a group rather than separately, too. And you’ll stand a better chance of being able to sit together if you book well ahead (if you want to, that is). And finally, when you come to buy your tickets, you can book ahead on this website or our app, where you’ll never be charged a fee, unlike when you book through third party services. Find out more ways to save here.

Yes, it’s easy to get to Crewe by train. Avanti West Coast runs regular trains to Crewe, so you can travel in comfort from wherever you are in the country. Check our train times page for up-to-date information on routes, journey times, and train timetables.

The car park at Crewe station is open 24/7, meaning you can leave your car overnight or for the duration of your trip. Parking charges start from £12 per day.

Crewe train station is well-served by public transport, and you can take service numbers 37, 38, 84 and 85 to and from the station. There is also sheltered bike parking and ample car parking spaces.

The best way to get cheap tickets to Crewe is to book in advance. You can do that online or on the Avanti West Coast app - and remember that when you book directly with us, you don’t pay any booking fees. It’s also easy to upgrade or change your ticket when you book with us, giving you more flexibility. There are also lots of other ways to save with Avanti. If you’re travelling with friends, family, colleagues or with a school group, consider booking a group ticket to benefit from cheaper tickets, or if you fall into one of our eligible groups, you could save up to a third on the cost of train tickets with a railcard.

For warmer weather and sunnier skies, visit Crewe during the summer months - but you'll find plenty to see and do in this bustling town all year round. The Lumen Festival of Lights in February, a self-guided trail of illuminated lights, offers a great way to explore Crewe, while the Heritage Open Days in September allow you to explore parts of the town not normally open to the public.

Tickets usually become available to book online and on the app 12 weeks in advance. You can sign up for Advance Ticket Alerts to be notified when tickets for your routes become available. Remember that the earlier you book, the more you save - and with an Advance ticket, you’ll always have a seat booking for stress-free travel, whatever your destination.

When you travel First Class with Avanti, all you need to do is sit back and relax - and let us take care of the rest. You’ll enjoy roomier seats with a guaranteed table, so you can catch up on emails, watch an episode of your favourite show, or get stuck into a good book. We also offer complimentary food and drink on board in First Class, served to you at your table by a dedicated host (subject to availability), with a carefully chosen menu featuring suppliers local to our routes. And if you’re departing from or arriving at one of our stations with a First Class Lounge, you can take advantage of it to enjoy snacks, refreshments, comfortable seating and free, fast Wi-Fi.