The average train between Birkenhead and Widnes takes 17 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Birkenhead to Widnes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Birkenhead and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Widnes at 11:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 17 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birkenhead station and arriving at Widnes station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.
Birkenhead to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Birkenhead to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Birkenhead to Widnes train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Birkenhead and Widnes is 18.9 km. The road distance is 21 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 17 min. Two other operators also service this route.
