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 9m.

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 9m 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 Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Widnes to Leicester?

The distance between Widnes and Leicester is 102 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 via Crewe which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m 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 Crewe station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Leicester is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Widnes to Leicester.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
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 44m
£30–89
Drive 95.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Widnes to Leicestercar 95.4 mi
2h 9m
£24–34
Train
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
£47–93
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 19m
£65–99

Widnes to Leicester by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.4 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 2h 44m.

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