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Widnes to Cannock by train

First train

14:53

Last train

18:53

Departure station

Widnes

Arrival station

Cannock

Journey time

From 2h 10m

Distance

56 miles (90 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Widnes to Cannock in 2 hours 10 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Widnes to Cannock? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 3 minutes to travel the 56 miles (90 km) from Widnes to Cannock by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Widnes to Cannock in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Cannock by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Widnes to Cannock is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Widnes to Cannock?

No, there are no direct train services from Widnes to Cannock. Travelling from Widnes to Cannock by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Widnes to Cannock leaves at 14:53. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Widnes to Cannock leaves at 18:53. 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 Cannock by train?

Trains travelling from Widnes to Cannock cover a distance of around 56 miles (90 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Widnes to Cannock

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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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