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Widnes to Aigburth by train

First train

05:08

Last train

00:16

Departure station

Widnes

Arrival station

Aigburth

Journey time

From 24m

Distance

8 miles (13 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

How to travel from Widnes to Aigburth by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Widnes to Aigburth? Look no further.

You'll usually find 10 trains per day running between Widnes and Aigburth, which usually take 49 minutes to complete the 8 miles (13 km) journey. It can take as little as 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Aigburth by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and Merseyrail trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Widnes to Aigburth if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Aigburth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Widnes to Aigburth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Widnes to Aigburth take?

The average journey time by train between Widnes and Aigburth is 49 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Widnes and Aigburth by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Widnes to Aigburth is 24 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Widnes to Aigburth?

No, there are no direct train services from Widnes to Aigburth. Travelling from Widnes to Aigburth by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Widnes to Aigburth leave?

The first train from Widnes to Aigburth leaves at 05:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Widnes to Aigburth leave?

The last train from Widnes to Aigburth leaves at 00:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Widnes and Aigburth by train?

Trains travelling from Widnes to Aigburth cover a distance of around 8 miles (13 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Aigburth to Widnes.

Cheap train tickets from Widnes to Aigburth

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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