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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Widnes
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Widnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Widnes will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Liverpool to Widnes, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
8:560h27Liverpool9:23Widnes£31One-way0 changes- 13:560h27Liverpool14:23Widnes£31One-way0 changes
- 8:560h27Liverpool9:23Widnes£31One-way0 changes
- 13:560h27Liverpool14:23Widnes£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
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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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m 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.
The journey is about 7m faster (23m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £4). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Liverpool to Widnes trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Mersey Rail, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Widnes.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool to Widnes.
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Mersey Rail, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Widnes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Widnes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Widnes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Widnes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 27m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Mersey Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Widnes trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Mersey Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool and Widnes from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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East Midlands Railway
Avanti West Coast
Mersey Rail
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Liverpool to Widnes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Widnes
Most Liverpool to Widnes trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Widnes station pair, with some services arriving at Hough Green. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Widnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Edge Hill from Liverpool city centre
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill train station facilities and services
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Mossley Hill from Liverpool city centre
Mossley Hill is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Mossley Hill train station facilities and services
Mossley Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mossley Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mossley Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mossley Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Mossley Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mossley Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Access to platforms down a long slope with no rest platforms but the station is fully accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Widnes station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Widnes from Widnes city centre
Widnes is 1 km from Widnes city centre. Public transport options include:
Widnes train station facilities and services
Widnes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widnes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widnes.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Widnes: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widnes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widnes: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Step free access to Liverpool platform from station front. Separate ramp access from road bridge to Manchester platform, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hough Green from Widnes city centre
Hough Green is 2 km from Widnes city centre. Public transport options include:
Hough Green train station facilities and services
Hough Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hough Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hough Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hough Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hough Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hough Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Liverpool bound platform. Access to the Manchester bound platform is off Netherley Road via 12 metre ramp and then 11 steps, 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 ticket machines note: Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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