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The average train between Widnes and Wakefield takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Widnes to Wakefield. 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 33m
Duration
84 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 46m
£24–44

Widnes to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Widnes and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Widnes is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 13m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 53m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 28m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 28m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 28m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 28m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express6h 28m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 52m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Widnes to Wakefield? 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: 83.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Widnes, England and Wakefield, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfield hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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