Warrington to Widnes train with East Midlands Railway

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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 £4. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 11 km

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East Midlands Railway as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Warrington to Widnes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Warrington to Widnes.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Warrington to Widnes.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Warrington to Widnes.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Warrington to Widnes.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Widnes

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Trains from Warrington to Widnes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 10m.

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 £4
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
10m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:20
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Warrington to Widnes trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Warrington and Widnes from £4. 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
8m
Cheapest Price
£6
East Midlands Railway 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

Northern Rail

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
£4
Northern Rail frequency
4 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

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
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 £4.
The train journey from Warrington to Widnes covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Warrington to Widnes is 11 km.
The first train from Warrington to Widnes leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Warrington to Widnes departs at 23:20.
Trains from Warrington to Widnes run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Warrington to Widnes.
Yes, there is a direct train between Warrington and Widnes. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail.
To get from Warrington to Widnes, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Warrington to Widnes.
The train station in Warrington that goes to Widnes is Warrington Central (WAC), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
The cheapest way to get from Warrington to Widnes is by coach, costing approximately £4.
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 journey from Warrington to Widnes offers glimpses of the Cheshire countryside, but it is primarily an urban and suburban route, so it may not be considered particularly scenic compared to more rural journeys.
Yes, a day trip from Warrington to Widnes is feasible. The journey takes 10m and covers a distance of 11 km. Trains run 4 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 Warrington to Widnes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Warrington and Widnes

Most Warrington to Widnes trains use the Warrington Central to Widnes station pair, with some services arriving at Hough Green. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Widnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Warrington
Arrival train stations in Widnes

Which Warrington station do trains to Widnes leave from?

Trains from Warrington to Widnes leave from Warrington Central. The station is 1 km from Warrington city centre at Warrington Central station, Winwick Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7TT.
Warrington CentralWarrington Central station, Winwick Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7TTShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Warrington Central from Warrington city centre

Bus4, 1, 28A, 28, 3 · 9m · £2 · every ~20 min

Warrington Central train station facilities and services

Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: 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.

PadgatePadgate station, Station Road, Padgate, Cheshire, WA2 0QS+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Padgate from Warrington city centre

Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Warrington Central - Manchester Oxford Road · 3m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus4, 28A, 28 · 7m · every ~7 min

Padgate train station facilities and services

Padgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Padgate.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Padgate: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: 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.

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