Lincoln to Crewe by train

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Overview: trains from Lincoln to Crewe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lincoln to Crewe, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:26 View journey
Last train 22:26 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 45m View journey
Distance (km) 127
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey AU$59.69 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 26m
Train operators 13

Taking the train from Lincoln to Crewe

So you’re considering going from Lincoln to Crewe by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Lincoln and Crewe

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$59.69

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

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  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train schedule for travel between Lincoln and Crewe

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 42 trains make this journey of 127 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lincoln is at 05:26 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:26.

During the weekend, 07:04 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:10 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 11 minutes.

Average train travel time from Lincoln to Crewe

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 45 minutes, travelling a total distance of 127 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Lincoln and Crewe?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Lincoln and Crewe 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Crewe

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Crewe.

FAQs about the train journey from Lincoln to Crewe

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

The total distance from Lincoln to Crewe is 127 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.