Stockport to Widnes train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport to Widnes

Showing times and prices for 18 May

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

41 m

Average duration

48 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stockport to Widnes will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Stockport for Widnes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 58 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 RailwayC21803
    19:250h41
    Stockport station (SPT)
    20:06Widnes station (WID)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21595
    18:250h41
    Stockport station (SPT)
    19:06Widnes station (WID)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21809
    17:260h42
    Stockport station (SPT)
    18:08Widnes station (WID)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84714+Northern RailG86294
    18:540h58
    Stockport station (SPT)
    19:52Widnes station (WID)
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84708+Northern RailG86292
    17:540h58
    Stockport station (SPT)
    18:52Widnes station (WID)
    £101One-way
    1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stockport to Widnes

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Trains from Stockport to Widnes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 41m.

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
39 km
Average train duration
44m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
41m
First train
0:03
Last train
22:56
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
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, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport to Widnes trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport and Widnes from £8. 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
41m
Cheapest Price
£8
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

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£15
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£113
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£69
Transport for Wales frequency
11 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£31
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Northern Trains Limited frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Stockport to Widnes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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 Stockport to Widnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Stockport to Widnes covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 41m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Stockport to Widnes is 39 km.
The first train from Stockport to Widnes leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Stockport to Widnes departs at 22:56.
Trains from Stockport to Widnes run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Stockport to Widnes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stockport to Widnes.
To get from Stockport to Widnes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stockport to Widnes.
The train station in Stockport that goes to Widnes is Stockport station (SPT), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
The cheapest way to get from Stockport to Widnes is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Stockport 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 Stockport to Widnes offers pleasant views of the Cheshire countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, though it is not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from Stockport to Widnes is feasible. The journey takes 41m, covering a distance of 39 km. Trains run 6 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 Stockport to Widnes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Widnes

Stockport
Widnes
The major train station for departures in Stockport is Stockport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stockport for your trip from Stockport to Widnes.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Stockport Exchange Station
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway
  • 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 accessible toilets are located on Platforms 2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: waiting rooms on platform 2, platform 3 & platform 0
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 20 cycle spaces on Platform 1/2, 20 cycle spaces on Platform 3/4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stockport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:55 Saturday 07:20 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access onto platform one through the ticket office or a gate when the ticket office is closed, access onto platform 2 is via steps (20) and an overbridge.
  • 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
Public transport options for Reddish North
  • Onward travel information: On Gorton Road for buses to Stockport, Ashton, Droylsden or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Gorton Road, Stop A towards Manchester outside the MOT Centre and Stop B towards Brinnington, on the opposite side just after the shops. Postcode : SK5 6RS
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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