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Compare train for Nottingham to Widnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Widnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$19 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nottingham to Widnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Widnes trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:45 PM Nottingham | 2h21 | 5:06 PM Widnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Widnes
Trains from Nottingham to Widnes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Nottingham to Widnes trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Widnes from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Widnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Widnes
Most Nottingham to Widnes trains use the Nottingham to Widnes station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Widnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Widnes leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Which Widnes station do trains from Nottingham 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.
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