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Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Widnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 17 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Widnes:
A train is £0.92 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liverpool to Widnes costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Widnes take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.51. The journey takes 53m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Arriva UK.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Widnes
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Buses from Liverpool to Widnes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 17 km distance in 47m.
Distance 17 km |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 47m |
First bus 0:03 |
Last bus 23:50 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Arriva UK from Liverpool to WidnesYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Widnes with Arriva UK for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Arriva UK
FAQs: Liverpool to Widnes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Widnes by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Widnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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