Exeter City return to action on the road when they travel to take on Crewe Alexandra in Sky Bet League Two.
An important game for the Grecians, who will be looking to take all three points to continue their push towards the top of Sky Bet League Two, here's the travel details to consider before making the journey.
STADIUM: THE ALEXANDRA STADIUM (CW2 6EB)
Also commonly known as Gresty Road, Crewe’s stadium has a capacity of 10,153 and has been the home of Crewe Alexandra since the early 20th century. Over the last 10 years, Crewe Alexandra's Gresty Road home has undergone some drastic and changes. To comply with the Taylor report of 1990, the stadium became all-seater prior to the start of the 1999/2000 season. The Grecians’ last visit to Crewe saw them take all three points in dramatic style with two late goals.
GRECIAN TRAVEL
The supporters’ coach departs Unit 1 nightclub at 8.15am on the morning of the game for a fee of £30. Pick up points include: Unit 1 nightclub (Summerland Street), Honiton Road Park & Ride (by Miller and Carter steakhouse), Cullompton Services (junction 28), Tiverton (junction 27), Taunton (junction 25), any other pick-ups en-route by prior arrangement.
The easiest way to buy is online, or on your mobile using the club's ticketing system. For more information or to book please contact Chris Woolcott on 01392 250250 or John Bishop on 07904036334 or by email at: john.bishop760@btinternet.com (after 6pm). Alternatively, drop into reception at St James Park to book.
ROAD
From Exeter take the M5 north all the way up to the M6. You can reach the football club from two different junctions, but Crewe advise that you take junction 16 for the more direct route.
Exit the M6 and follow signs for Crewe on the A500 and then the A5020. At the roundabout take the third exit and continue to the next roundabout, take the first exit continuing to follow signs for Crewe town centre and Crewe railway station.
Pass Crewe Hall on your right, and at the next roundabout continue forward down Weston Road. Away supporters parking can be found on the industrial estate on Weston Road, this is approximately a 10-minute walk to the ground. If you continue down to the roundabout this will take you towards the ground, take the first left at the roundabout and continue past the train station. Take the second left down Gresty Road and continue down to the junction and the ground is on your left. If you require the postcode for Sat Nav it is CW2 6EB.
BY RAIL
Crewe Alexandra is just a five-minute walk from Crewe train station. Once you arrive at the station, you can see the ground, turn left out of the main entrance and walk down to the second left, marked with the road sign Gresty Road. On the day of the game you can leave Exeter St Davids at 8.30am, and with two changes first at Taunton and then Birmingham New Street, you will arrive in Crewe for 1:08pm. Otherwise there is a later train which leaves at 9.40am and, with the same changes, you will arrive for 2.08pm. There are a few trains which will get you back to Exeter on the day, such as the 5.49pm train which will again require you to change at Birmingham New Street and Taunton, which should get you back for 10.35pm. There are also trains at 6.01pm and 6.49pm.
PUBS/FOOD
The Alex Suite can be found adjacent to the Whitby Morrison Stand, and opens from 12.00pm for Saturday fixtures showing live football from BT and Sky Sports.
A selection of hot and cold food is also served inside, with pre-match alcoholic drinks available. The matchday programme is also available to purchase from behind the bar.
Both home & well-behaved visiting supporters are welcome pre-match in the Alexandra Suite. As well as inside the Alexandra Suite, there are many pubs within walking distance of the ground which are all away fan friendly. There also a wide range of items available at the ground, including burgers, Holland’s pies, cheeseburgers and hot dogs all priced at £2.90 as well as a range hot and cold drinks £1.70, and a selection of confectionary and crisps priced at 80p.
TICKETS
Tickets for our match away at Crewe Alexandra on Saturday, February 23, are now on sale. You can also call the club during the normal office hours on 01392 411243 or visit the club shop & reception in person between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
Exeter City fans will be housed in the Whitby Morrison Stand, with prices as follows
- Adults: £22
- Seniors: £17
- Under-11s: £6.50
- Aged 12-16: £10.50
- Disabled: £17
Ambulant: Pay age-related price and carer free
Wheelchair: As per disabled
Advanced discounts/matchday purchases: There are no advance discounts and matchday purchases are available on the day from 12pm by ticket office next to the away turnstiles.
Took book tickets click here.
AWAY FAN GUIDE
Click here to find out all you need to know about visiting the Alexandra Stadium.
TOTAL DISTANCE
The total distance between St James Park and Crewe Alexandra football club is 210 miles and should take around 3 hours and 30 minutes to drive.