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Outbound fromWidnes to Wellingborough by train
It takes an average of 5h 36m to travel from Widnes to Wellingborough by train, over a distance of around 113 miles (183 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Widnes to Wellingborough and tickets for this journey start from £84.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Widnes | |
| Arrival station | Wellingborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 30m | |
| Distance | 113 miles (183 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £84.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
About the train journey from Widnes to Wellingborough
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The train from Widnes to Wellingborough usually takes 5 hours 36 minutes on average to travel 113 miles (183 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 30 minutes. You can expect to find 5 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Wellingborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Widnes to Wellingborough if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £84.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Widnes to Wellingborough
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Widnes to Wellingborough is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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