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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Rainford is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Rainford is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Widnes and Rainford?

No, there is no direct bus from Widnes to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Harris Shop and arriving at Whalley Avenue via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Rainford?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Rainford via Liverpool Central and Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Widnes to Rainford?

The distance between Widnes and Rainford is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Rainford without a car is to bus and line 38 bus which takes 1h 10m and costs £1 - £3.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Widnes to Rainford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Rainford bus from?

Widnes to Rainford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Harris Shop station.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Rainford train from?

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

Train or bus from Widnes to Rainford?

The best way to get from Widnes to Rainford is to bus and line 38 bus which takes 1h 10m and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £26 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Widnes to Rainford bus arrive?

Widnes to Rainford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chalon Way West station.

Where does the Widnes to Rainford train arrive?

Widnes to Rainford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Rainford is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Widnes to Rainford.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainford?

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There are 4 ways to get from Widnes to Rainford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, line 38 bus
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1. Take the bus from Harris Shop to Chalon Way Westbus 17
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Whalley Avenuebus 38 / ...
1h 10m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Liverpool Central - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
2h 6m
£9–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Widnes to Rainfordtaxi 12.1 mi
18 min
£28–35
Drive 12.1 mi
1. Drive from Widnes to Rainfordcar 12.1 mi
18 min
£3–5

Widnes to Rainford by bus

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Harris Shop to Whalley Avenue via Chalon Way West in around 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Rainford via Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool Central, and Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane in around 2h 6m.

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