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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Widnes
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool for Widnes on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
10:56 AM0h27Liverpool11:23 AMWidnes$41One-way0 transfers- 8:56 AM0h27Liverpool9:23 AMWidnes$41One-way0 transfers
- 5:22 PM0h28Liverpool5:50 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:56 PM0h26Liverpool9:22 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:56 PM0h27Liverpool8:23 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:56 PM0h26Liverpool9:22 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 10:56 AM0h27Liverpool11:23 AMWidnes$41One-way0 transfers
- 8:56 AM0h27Liverpool9:23 AMWidnes$41One-way0 transfers
- 7:56 PM0h27Liverpool8:23 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 5:22 PM0h28Liverpool5:50 PMWidnes$51One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Widnes
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Trains from Liverpool to Widnes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Live departures
Liverpool to Widnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Widnes trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM Liverpool | 0h27 | 9:23 AM Widnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:56 AM Liverpool | 0h27 | 11:23 AM Widnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Widnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Widnes
Most Liverpool to Widnes trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Widnes station pair, with some services arriving at Hough Green. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Widnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Hunts Cross from Liverpool city centre
Hunts Cross is 9 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Hunts Cross train station facilities and services
Hunts Cross has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hunts Cross.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hunts Cross. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hunts Cross: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hunts Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hunts Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The car park and Ticket Office are step free, however access to platforms is via stepped ramps only, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Widnes station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
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.
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