The average train between Welshpool and Widnes takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Welshpool 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 2 hours between Welshpool and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Widnes at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Welshpool to Widnes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Widnes station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Welshpool to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Welshpool to Widnes train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Welshpool and Widnes is 82.8 km. The road distance is 120 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Runcorn via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 2h 11m.