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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Widnes is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Widnes is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

How far is it from Preston to Widnes?

The distance between Preston and Widnes is 34 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Widnes without a car is to train and line 110 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Preston to Widnes, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Widnes is 33 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Preston to Widnes.

Where can I stay near Widnes?

There are 2741+ hotels available in Widnes.

Preston to Widnes - 5 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston 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, line 110 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Widnes Shopping Park110
1h 7m
£14–21
Drive 32.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Widnes32.9 mi
43 min
£9–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to St Helens CentralBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Green Oaks17
1h 28m
£12–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Widnes32.9 mi
43 min
£75–95
Train, line 17 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to St Helens CentralBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Peelhouse Lane17
1h 41m

Preston to Widnes by train and bus

224Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 34.2 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Widnes. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, walk to Warrington Bank Quay Station, take the line 5 bus to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K, then take the line 110 bus to Widnes Shopping Park. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Green Oaks via St Helens Central and Chalon Way West in around 1h 28m.

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