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Trains from Widnes (WID) to Preston (Lancs)

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36

train journeys
per day

26

miles (42 kms)

1hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

06:43 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Widnes (WID) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Widnes and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Widnes to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 26 miles (42 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Preston (Lancs).

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Widnes to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Widnes to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:43
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:08
    1 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:09
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:23
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:05
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:08
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:34
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:10
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:32
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:10
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:32
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:05
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    12:33
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:10
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:05
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:33
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:10
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:10
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    15:32
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:23
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:10
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Widnes
    Preston (Lancs)
    Widnes to Preston (Lancs)

About Widnes Station

Station name Widnes (WID)
Address Widnes station, Victoria Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:00 - 14:25
Tuesday 07:00 - 14:25
Wednesday 07:00 - 14:25
Thursday 07:00 - 14:25
Friday 07:00 - 14:25
Saturday 07:00 - 14:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Widnes and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Widnes and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Widnes and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

First class tickets on trains between Widnes and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Widnes and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Widnes & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Widnes and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.