Warrington to Widnes train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Widnes

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

8 m

Average duration

8 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Warrington to Widnes will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Warrington for Widnes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 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
17:000h08
Warrington
17:08Widnes
£61One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Warrington to Widnes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 11 km

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£5

Average Price

£3

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Cheapest

39m

Average total duration

Fastest

9m

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54m

Average total duration

24m

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Warrington to Widnes train times

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

Last updated at 23:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway17:00 Warrington
0h08
17:08 Widnes0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Widnes

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Trains from Warrington to Widnes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 8m.

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 £3
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
8m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:20
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 £3

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains from Warrington to Widnes trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Warrington and Widnes from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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
8m
Cheapest Price
£6
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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

FAQs: Warrington to Widnes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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.
Yes, there is a direct train between Warrington and Widnes. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains.
To get from Warrington to Widnes, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Warrington 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 Warrington to Widnes is 11 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Warrington to Widnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The cheapest way to get from Warrington to Widnes is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train journey from Warrington to Widnes covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Warrington that goes to Widnes is Warrington Central (WAC), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
The first train from Warrington to Widnes leaves at 0:03.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington to Widnes.
The last train from Warrington to Widnes departs at 23:20.
Trains from Warrington to Widnes run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Warrington to Widnes.
There is no night train service from Warrington to Widnes.

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Important Stations and Airports in Warrington and Widnes

Warrington
Widnes
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Padgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Padgate for your trip from Warrington to Widnes.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp
  • 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 Padgate
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.

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