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Compare 2 ways to travel from Crewe to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
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| Average priceR 231 - R 1 415 | Average duration1h 1m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 110 - R 110 | Average duration40m | 3kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Crewe to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Crewe to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Crewe to Birmingham start from R 231. The average price for this train route is around R 468. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Crewe to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Crewe to Birmingham is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 77 km. The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Crewe to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Crewe to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Crewe to Birmingham departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 21:04.
Which is the best train operator from Crewe to Birmingham?
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 Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Crewe to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, 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 Birmingham was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 219To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Crewe to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 219 to R 1 321 for a train ticket from Crewe to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 224, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Avanti West Coast 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.
