Timetable

Train route

Cheap train tickets

Widnes to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Widnes to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £13.50, with average prices for this route around £18.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

View More Trains

Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
07:08 2h 25m, No direct Widnes	09:33 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
07:23 2h 33m, No direct Widnes	09:56 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
08:08 2h 25m, No direct Widnes	10:33 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
08:23 2h 33m, No direct Widnes	10:56 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
09:06 2h 14m, No direct Widnes	11:20 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
09:10 1h 57m, No direct Widnes	11:07 Paris		Find Tickets

Widnes to Birmingham train route details

First train

07:08

Last train

21:06

Departure station

Widnes

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 56m

Distance

72 miles

Price

£13.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Widnes to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Widnes to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Widnes to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Widnes to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Widnes to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Widnes to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Widnes to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
󱧢
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
󱧢
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
󱧢
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
󱧢
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.





Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Best Price Promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Reduce your train fare by splitting your Widnes to Birmingham route into individual segments.
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer service
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

Trains from Widnes to Birmingham from £13.50

Enjoy extra savings with Split Tickets

Widnes to Birmingham train prices and times

Widnes to Birmingham train route details