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Trip Overview

The average train between Widnes and Lancaster takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Widnes to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h
Duration
94 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Widnes to Lancaster train times

Trains run hourly between Widnes and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Widnes is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast7h 7m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 49m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 36m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 56m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 35m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Widnes to Lancaster? 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.

Map of how to get from Widnes to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 93.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Lancaster via Crewe in around 2h 10m.

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