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Widnes to London Charing Cross train prices and times
Looking to travel from Widnes to London Charing Cross? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £38.50, with average prices for this route around £38.50.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:11 Hough Green | 09:29 London Charing Cross |  West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:43 Widnes | 09:48 London Charing Cross | | Find Tickets |
07:08 Widnes | 10:42 London Charing Cross |  | Find Tickets |
07:23 Hough Green | 10:36 London Charing Cross | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
07:42 Hough Green | 10:45 London Charing Cross | | Find Tickets |
07:56 Hough Green | 11:08 Paris | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
Widnes to London Charing Cross train route details
First train
00:07
Last train
22:29
Journey time
2h 59m
Distance
171 miles
Price
£38.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Widnes to London Charing Cross
Season Tickets for frequent travels
Are you frequently traveling between Widnes and London Charing Cross on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Widnes to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Widnes to London Charing Cross, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Widnes to London Charing Cross train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Widnes to London Charing Cross with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.