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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Widnes to Birchwood
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Widnes to Birchwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Widnes to Birchwood will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Widnes for Birchwood every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Widnes to Birchwood
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Trains from Widnes to Birchwood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 13m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Widnes to Birchwood trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Widnes and Birchwood from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Widnes to Birchwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Widnes to Birchwood 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 Birchwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Widnes and Birchwood
Most Widnes to Birchwood trains use the Widnes to Birchwood station pair. Use this guide to compare Widnes and Birchwood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Widnes station do trains to Birchwood leave from?
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.
Which Birchwood station do trains from Widnes arrive at?
Getting to Birchwood from Birchwood city centre
Birchwood train station facilities and services
Birchwood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birchwood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birchwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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