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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Widnes takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 47 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester 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.

1h 2m
Duration
36 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Manchester to Widnes train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Manchester and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Widnes at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains48 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales55 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales51 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains50 min • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales55 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales51 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains50 min • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales51 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains47 min • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales55 min • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales1h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales1h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales55 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales51 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains50 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales55 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedWest Midlands Trains1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales51 min • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands Trains50 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Widnes.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 35.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Widnes, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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