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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Widnes is to train which costs £4 - £10 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Widnes is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Widnes?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Kingsway Hotel via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Widnes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Widnes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Widnes?

The distance between Manchester and Widnes is 22 miles. The road distance is 27.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £10.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Widnes takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Widnes bus from?

Manchester to Widnes bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Widnes train from?

Manchester to Widnes train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Widnes?

The best way to get from Manchester to Widnes is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus, which costs and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Manchester to Widnes bus arrive?

Manchester to Widnes bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N station.

Where does the Manchester to Widnes train arrive?

Manchester to Widnes train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Widnes station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Widnes is 27 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Manchester to Widnes.

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

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Where can I stay near Widnes?

There are 2795+ hotels available in Widnes.

Manchester to Widnes - 4 ways to travel via train, line 100 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Widnes by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Manchester Oxford Road to WidnesNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
24 min
£4–10
Line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
2h 33m
Drive 27 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Widnes27 mi
33 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Widnes27 mi
33 min
£60–75

Manchester to Widnes by train

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Widnes hourly. Tickets cost £4–10 and the journey takes 24 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N hourly, and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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