What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Widnes?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Widnes is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Widnes?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Widnes is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Widnes?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Runcorn via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Widnes?

The distance between Cardiff and Widnes is 161 miles. The road distance is 158.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Widnes without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Widnes?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Cardiff to Widnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Widnes train from?

Cardiff to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Widnes train arrive?

Cardiff to Widnes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Widnes is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Widnes.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Widnes?

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Where can I stay near Widnes?

There are 2875+ hotels available in Widnes.

Cardiff to Widnes - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Widnes by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 6m
£61–109
Drive 158 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Widnescar 158 mi
3h 27m
£39–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 26m
£67–177
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 49m
£82–141

Cardiff to Widnes by train

133Weekly Trains

3h 6mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Widnes.

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Widnes, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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