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Crewe to Willington by train

First train

04:45

Last train

21:13

Departure station

Crewe

Arrival station

Willington

Journey time

From 1h 11m

Distance

40 miles (64 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

Take the train from Crewe to Willington in 1 hour 11 minutes

If you want to travel from Crewe to Willington by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Crewe to Willington by train to take around 1 hour 49 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 20 trains per day running on this route, which spans 40 miles (64 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Willington. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Crewe to Willington are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Crewe to Willington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Crewe to Willington take?

The average journey time by train between Crewe and Willington is 1 hour and 49 minutes, with around 20 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Crewe and Willington by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Crewe to Willington is 1 hour and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Crewe to Willington?

No, there are no direct train services from Crewe to Willington. Travelling from Crewe to Willington by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Crewe to Willington leave?

The first train from Crewe to Willington leaves at 04:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Crewe to Willington leave?

The last train from Crewe to Willington leaves at 21:13. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Crewe and Willington by train?

Trains travelling from Crewe to Willington cover a distance of around 40 miles (64 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Willington to Crewe.

Cheap train tickets from Crewe to Willington

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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