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Trip Overview

The average train between Nelson and Widnes takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Widnes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 6m
Duration
100 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Nelson to Widnes train times

Trains run hourly between Nelson and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Widnes at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nelson to Widnes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 99.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Widnes, England?

You can take a train from Nelson to Runcorn via Preston and Crewe in around 3h 7m.

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