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Outbound fromHolyhead to Crewe by train
It takes an average of 2h 11m to travel from Holyhead to Crewe by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (148 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Holyhead to Crewe and tickets for this journey start from £14.70 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Holyhead to Crewe in 1 hour 58 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Holyhead to Crewe? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 11 minutes to travel the 92 miles (148 km) from Holyhead to Crewe by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Holyhead to Crewe in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Crewe by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Holyhead to Crewe is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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