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Get from Runcorn to Crewe
The journey takes about 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Runcorn to Crewe by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Runcorn to Crewe?
The cheapest train tickets from Runcorn to Crewe start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Runcorn to Crewe?
The average train journey time from Runcorn to Crewe is 19m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Runcorn to Crewe route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Runcorn to Crewe?
The earliest train from Runcorn to Crewe departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:51.
Which is the best train operator from Runcorn to Crewe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Runcorn to Crewe?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Runcorn to Crewe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Runcorn to Crewe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Runcorn to Crewe was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Runcorn to Crewe as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £16 for a train ticket from Runcorn to Crewe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-15.
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.
