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Lion Salt Works
Working heritage site exploring Northwich's salt industry with restored buildings, displays and a compact museum. An excellent nearby cultural visit from Winsford.
Cheapest price on 26 Oct
£0
Average ticket price on 26 Oct
-£0
Fastest journey on 26 Oct
27 m
Average journey duration on 26 Oct
41 m
Trains on 26 Oct
16
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow to Winsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Wilmslow to Winsford you need to make at least one change.










Trains from Wilmslow to Winsford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 31m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 22:09 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to Winsford trains for tomorrow, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:13 Wilmslow | 0h27 | 7:40 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:47 Wilmslow | 0h52 | 8:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:49 Wilmslow | 0h50 | 9:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:47 Wilmslow | 0h52 | 10:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:49 Wilmslow | 0h50 | 11:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:47 Wilmslow | 0h52 | 12:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:49 Wilmslow | 0h50 | 13:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:47 Wilmslow | 0h52 | 14:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:49 Wilmslow | 0h50 | 15:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
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Working heritage site exploring Northwich's salt industry with restored buildings, displays and a compact museum. An excellent nearby cultural visit from Winsford.
Local history museum in nearby Northwich with changing displays on the town, archaeology and everyday life. Good for understanding the wider area around Winsford.
Museum and former workhouse presenting social history, local collections and temporary exhibitions. A worthwhile heritage stop within easy reach of Winsford.
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas, walks and open lawns. Ideal for a relaxed stroll or family break close to the town centre.
Long linear country park following former transport routes and the River Weaver. Good for walking, cycling and seeing the landscape that shaped Winsford.
Attractive riverside and woodland walks around flashes formed by historic subsidence. A local favourite for birdwatching, scenery and peaceful waterside views.
Cheshire cheese is a crumbly, tangy cow’s milk cheese long made in the county. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and a classic local staple.
Cheshire apple pie uses local apples in a gently spiced filling beneath pastry. It reflects the county’s orchard heritage and traditional home baking.
Eccles cakes are flaky pastries filled with currants, butter and sugar. Popular across North West England, they are a familiar regional teatime treat.
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but welcoming atmosphere.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed modern setting suitable for casual dinners.
Well-known pub restaurant by the water offering British comfort food, beers and a family-friendly setting.
Moderate for the UK. Meals and coffee are fairly priced, local transport is manageable, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Most Wilmslow to Winsford trains use the Wilmslow to Winsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Wilmslow and Winsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wilmslow has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wilmslow.
Ticket office support is available at Wilmslow.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wilmslow: Parking, WC.
Available at Wilmslow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmslow: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, 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.
Winsford is 1 km from Winsford city centre. Public transport options include:
Winsford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Winsford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Winsford: Parking, WC.
Available at Winsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winsford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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