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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Widnes (WID)

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38

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

01:18 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Widnes (WID)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Widnes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Widnes is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 18 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Widnes.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Widnes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Widnes Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    01:18
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:37
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:22
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:43
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:09
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:09
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:09
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:15
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:40
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:10
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:08
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:08
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:06
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:36
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:08
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Leicester
    Widnes
    Leicester to Widnes

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Widnes

The travel time between Leicester and Widnes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Widnes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Widnes. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Widnes.

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