Nottingham to Widnes train with East Midlands Railway

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Nottingham to Widnes train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Widnes trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_trains5:53 Nottingham
2h29
8:22 Widnes1 change
east_midlands_trains6:49 Nottingham
2h32
9:21 Widnes1 change
east_midlands_trains7:51 Nottingham
2h30
10:21 Widnes1 change
Cross Country8:07 Nottingham
1h55
10:02 Widnes1 change
east_midlands_trains8:53 Nottingham
2h28
11:21 Widnes1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Widnes by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Widnes

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Trains from Nottingham to Widnes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 21m.

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
Distance
115 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 21m
First train
6:23
Last train
21:56
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
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

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Nottingham to Widnes trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham 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 Railway

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 21m
Cheapest Price
£14
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
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£84
east_midlands_trains frequency
23 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£131
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Widnes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Widnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Nottingham to Widnes covers a distance of 115 km and takes approximately 2h 21m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Widnes is 115 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Widnes leaves at 6:23.
The last train from Nottingham to Widnes departs at 21:56.
Trains from Nottingham to Widnes run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Widnes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Widnes.
To travel from Nottingham to Widnes, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Widnes.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Widnes is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Widnes is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Widnes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to Widnes offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through areas like the Peak District which provides some scenic landscapes. However, much of the route also includes industrial and residential areas.
A day trip from Nottingham to Widnes is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 21m, exceeding the 120-minute limit. Trains operate 3 times per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Widnes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Widnes

Nottingham
Widnes
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Widnes.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station 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 are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • 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 Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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