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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Widnes

Composite routes from Reading to Widnes

Cheapest
3 h 13 min
Car
297 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$291.13
Plane from Luton Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$253.16

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$341.76
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$316.44–$1,392.36
Plane from Luton Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$253.16–$1,645.51

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$139.24
Train from Crewe to Runcorn
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$82.28

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Crewe to Runcorn
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Crewe to Runcorn
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Widnes is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Widnes is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Reading and Widnes?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Runcorn via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Widnes?

The distance between Reading and Widnes is 278 km. The road distance is 296.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs $97.83 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Reading to Widnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Widnes train from?

Reading to Widnes train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Widnes train arrive?

Reading to Widnes train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Widnes is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Reading to Widnes.

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

Book your Reading to Widnes train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Widnes?

There are 2402+ hotels available in Widnes. Prices start at $31.68 per night.
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