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Birmingham to Widnes Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Widnes? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 6.980, with average prices for this route around BHD 9.560.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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14:30
2 hours 36 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:06
Widnes
CrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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15:04
2 hours 6 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:10
Widnes
West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railway
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15:07
1 hour 59 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:06
Widnes
Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railway
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15:07
2 hours 23 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:30
Hough Green
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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16:04
1 hour 46 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:50
Widnes
West Midlands TrainsNorthern
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16:07
1 hour 53 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
18:00
Paris
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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Birmingham to Widnes Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:34
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Widnes
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 45 minutes
Distance
Distance
115 km
Price
Price
BHD 6.980*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Widnes

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Birmingham 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Widnes ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Birmingham to Widnes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham 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%.