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Birkenhead Central to Widnes Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birkenhead Central to Widnes? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $16.95, with average prices for this route around $17.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:49
Birkenhead Central
06:43
Widnes
54m, Changes requiredMerseyrailNorthern
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06:19
Birkenhead Central
07:08
Widnes
49m, Changes requiredMerseyrailEast Midlands Railway
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06:33
Birkenhead Central
07:23
Widnes
50m, Changes requiredMerseyrailNorthern
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06:49
Birkenhead Central
07:52
Widnes
1h 3m, Changes requiredMerseyrailTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:18
Birkenhead Central
08:08
Widnes
50m, Changes requiredMerseyrailEast Midlands Railway
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07:34
Birkenhead Central
08:23
Paris
49m, Changes requiredMerseyrailNorthern
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Birkenhead Central to Widnes Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:49
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure station
Departure station
Birkenhead Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Widnes
Journey time
Journey time
46m
Distance
Distance
19 km
Price
Price
$16.95*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birkenhead Central to Widnes

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birkenhead Central to Widnes during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birkenhead Central to Widnes for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birkenhead Central to Widnes, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birkenhead Central to Widnes ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birkenhead Central to Widnes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birkenhead Central to Widnes Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.