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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Widnes is to train which costs £30 - £90 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Widnes is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Widnes?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Widnes via Warrington Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Widnes?

The distance between Edinburgh and Widnes is 225 miles. The road distance is 213 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Widnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Widnes train from?

Edinburgh to Widnes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Widnes?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Widnes is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Widnes train arrive?

Edinburgh to Widnes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Widnes is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Edinburgh to Widnes.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Widnes train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Widnes?

There are 2795+ hotels available in Widnes.

Edinburgh to Widnes - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Widnes by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank QuayEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 31m
£30–87
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Widnes211.8 mi
3h 54m
£52–75
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 1m
£66–182
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LeedsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Warrington Bank QuayLeeds - Chester
6h 53m
£55–105
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
6h 9m
£64–170
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
4h 54m
£52–156
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
5h 38m
£58–222

Edinburgh to Widnes by train and foot

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Widnes, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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