Leicester to Widnes train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Widnes

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

2 h 59 m

Average duration

3 h 9 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Widnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Widnes will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Widnes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

East Midlands Trains
15:072h59
Leicester
18:06Widnes
£291One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:483h18
Leicester
08:06Widnes
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Widnes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 134 km

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Coach

£88

Average Price

£14

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Cheapest

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

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30m

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4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

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Live departures

Leicester to Widnes train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Widnes trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway04:48 Leicester
3h18
08:06 Widnes0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway15:07 Leicester
2h59
18:06 Widnes0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Widnes

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Trains from Leicester to Widnes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
2h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
06:08
Last train
21:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Widnes trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Widnes from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
£29
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£100
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cross Country frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Widnes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Widnes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Widnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A day or two is typically sufficient to explore Widnes, allowing time to visit local attractions such as Victoria Park and the Catalyst Science Discovery Centre.
Booking trains from Leicester to Widnes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Leicester to Widnes is 134 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Widnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Leicester to Widnes covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Leicester to Widnes leaves at 6:08.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Widnes is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Widnes is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
To get from Leicester to Widnes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Leicester to Widnes departs at 21:11.
Trains from Leicester to Widnes run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Widnes.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Widnes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Widnes.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Widnes.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Widnes

Leicester
Widnes
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Widnes.
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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