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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Widnes
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
127 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Widnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Widnes will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave York 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 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
04:483h18
York08:06Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
04:102h42
York06:52Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
04:453h07
York07:52Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
04:102h42
York06:52Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
04:453h07
York07:52Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
04:483h18
York08:06Widnes
£681One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Widnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to Widnes train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 07:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:10 York | 2h42 | 06:52 Widnes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:45 York | 3h07 | 07:52 Widnes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:48 York | 3h18 | 08:06 Widnes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Widnes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Widnes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
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 £16
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 21:56 |
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 £16
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from York to Widnes trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between York and Widnes from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£67
TransPennine Express frequency
4 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
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
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£51
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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£66
first_transpennine_express frequency
17 a day
FAQs: York to Widnes train
FAQs: Travel by train from York to Widnes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Widnes.
Booking trains from York 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 York to Widnes is 127 km.
The cost of a train ticket from York to Widnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from York to Widnes covers a distance of 127 km and takes approximately 2h 48m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from York to Widnes is by coach, costing approximately £16.
The first train from York to Widnes leaves at 0:07.
The train station in York that goes to Widnes is York station (YRK), and it arrives at Widnes station (WID).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from York to Widnes.
Yes, you can take the train from York to Widnes.
The last train from York to Widnes departs at 21:56.
Trains from York to Widnes run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from York to Widnes.
There is no night train service from York to Widnes.
To get from York to Widnes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Widnes
York
Widnes
The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Widnes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for York
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Widnes is Hough Green. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hough Green for your journey to Widnes from York.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hough Green
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Liverpool Road (200 yards from station, station side for Warrington, opposite side for Liverpool)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:00 - 14:25 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Widnes
- Onward travel information: None. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Birchfield Road - at the service bus stop adjacent to the cemetery wall for services towards Warrington and in the layby at the entrance to Victoria Park for services towards Liverpool.
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