The average train between Leeds and Widnes takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Leeds 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 hourly between Leeds and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Widnes at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Widnes station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Leeds to Widnes train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Widnes train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Leeds to Widnes train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leeds and Widnes is 92 km. The road distance is 139 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m.