The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Widnes
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Widnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Widnes will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 18 buses that leave Liverpool for Widnes on Sun, Jun 21, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 47 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.
2:45 PM0h52Liverpool3:37 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM0h52Liverpool4:07 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM0h52Liverpool4:37 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM0h52Liverpool5:07 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM0h51Liverpool5:36 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
6:16 PM0h47Liverpool7:03 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
6:46 PM0h47Liverpool7:33 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
7:16 PM0h47Liverpool8:03 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
7:46 PM0h47Liverpool8:33 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM0h47Liverpool9:02 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Widnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Widnes:
A train is $0.45 (€0.37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Widnes costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Widnes take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.65 (€0.53). The journey takes 54m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Arriva UK.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Liverpool to Widnes Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 07:34AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 08:23AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:44AM | Arrival Time 08:48AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:04AM | Arrival Time 09:08AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:27AM | Arrival Time 09:28AM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:52AM | Arrival Time 09:49AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:08AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:37AM | Arrival Time 10:29AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 10:49AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:17AM | Arrival Time 11:09AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:37AM | Arrival Time 11:29AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:57AM | Arrival Time 11:49AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:17AM | Arrival Time 12:09PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:37AM | Arrival Time 12:29PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:57AM | Arrival Time 12:49PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:17PM | Arrival Time 01:09PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:37PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:57PM | Arrival Time 01:51PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:17PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:37PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:57PM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:17PM | Arrival Time 03:14PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:37PM | Arrival Time 03:43PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:57PM | Arrival Time 04:03PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:17PM | Arrival Time 04:23PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:41PM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:07PM | Arrival Time 05:11PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:36PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:53PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:12PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:46PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:16PM | Arrival Time 07:03PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:46PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:16PM | Arrival Time 08:03PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:46PM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:32PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:02PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:32PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:02PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:32PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:02AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Widnes by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Widnes
Buses from Liverpool to Widnes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 47m |
First bus 12:03 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Arriva UK from Liverpool to WidnesYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Widnes with Arriva UK for as low as $3 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Widnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Widnes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Widnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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