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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Manchester is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Manchester is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Widnes and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Widnes to Manchester?

The distance between Widnes and Manchester is 22 miles. The road distance is 27.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £17.

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

The train from Widnes to Manchester Oxford Road takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Widnes to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Widnes to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Manchester is 28 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Widnes to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3473+ hotels available in Manchester.

Widnes to Manchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Widnes to Manchester by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Widnes to Manchester Oxford RoadLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
27 min
£3–17
Drive 27.7 mi
1. Drive from Widnes to Manchester27.7 mi
31 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Widnes to Manchester27.7 mi
31 min
£60–75

Widnes to Manchester by train

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Widnes to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £4–17 and the journey takes 27 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a day.

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