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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Leicester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Widnes to Leicester?

The distance between Widnes and Leicester is 114 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Widnes to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Widnes to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Widnes to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Leicester is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Widnes to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Widnes to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Widnes to Leicester by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 47m
£39–84
Drive 95.4 mi
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1. Drive from Widnes to Leicestercar 95.4 mi
2h 10m
£24–34
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain
2h 47m
£25–79
Train #2
1. Take the train from Warrington Central to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leicestertrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 20m
£54–86

Widnes to Leicester by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 47m.

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