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Birmingham to Widnes Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Widnes, starting from JPY 2,889 and averaging JPY 3,959. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
18:30 2h 36m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:06 Widnes		Find Tickets
18:34 2h 49m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:23 Widnes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:07 1h 59m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:06 Widnes		Find Tickets
19:07 2h 22m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:29 Hough Green		Find Tickets
19:34 2h 22m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:56 Widnes	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:49 1h 52m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:41 Paris		Find Tickets

Birmingham to Widnes Train Route Details

First train

01:35

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Widnes

Journey time

1h 45m

Distance

115 km

Price

JPY 2,889*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Widnes

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Widnes. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Widnes for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Widnes, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Widnes ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Widnes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Widnes train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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