What is the cheapest way to get from Widnes to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Birmingham is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Widnes to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £24 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Runcorn and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Widnes to Birmingham?

The distance between Widnes and Birmingham is 75 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

How do I travel from Widnes to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Widnes to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £24 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Widnes to Birmingham?

The train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Birmingham train from?

Widnes to Birmingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Where does the Widnes to Birmingham train arrive?

Widnes to Birmingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Birmingham is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Widnes to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Widnes to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Widnes to Birmingham - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 110 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Widnes to Birmingham by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 28m
£24–65
Drive 84.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Widnes to Birminghamcar 84.1 mi
1h 30m
£21–30
Line 110 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Doctors Pub to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 50m
£29–48

Widnes to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 74.5 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £24–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Avanti West Coast also services this route once a week.

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