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It takes an average of 1h 13m to travel from St Helens Central to Widnes by train, over a distance of around 5 miles (8 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from St Helens Central to Widnes and tickets for this journey start from £7.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:24 | |
| Departure station | St Helens Central | |
| Arrival station | Widnes | |
| Journey time | From 55m | |
| Distance | 5 miles (8 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7.60 | |
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Taking the train from St Helens Central to Widnes in 55 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens Central to Widnes? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 13 minutes to travel the 5 miles (8 km) from St Helens Central to Widnes by train, although you can get there in as little as 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from St Helens Central to Widnes in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £7.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Widnes by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Widnes?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.