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Preston (Lancs) to Widnes Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Preston (Lancs) to Widnes? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 6.900, with average prices for this route around KWD 7.360. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:59 Preston (Lancs) | 18:00 Widnes |   | Find Tickets |
17:18 Preston (Lancs) | 18:30 Hough Green | | Find Tickets |
17:28 Preston (Lancs) | 19:10 Widnes |  | Find Tickets |
17:48 Preston (Lancs) | 19:06 Widnes |  | Find Tickets |
17:58 Preston (Lancs) | 19:06 Widnes | | Find Tickets |
18:18 Preston (Lancs) | 19:29 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Preston (Lancs) to Widnes Train Route Details
First train
05:25
Last train
22:46
Journey time
58 minutes
Distance
42 km
Price
KWD 6.900*
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Widnes
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston (Lancs) to Widnes. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston (Lancs) to Widnes 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 to save an average extra 30%
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 Preston (Lancs) to Widnes, 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 Preston (Lancs) to Widnes ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group 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.
Preston (Lancs) to Widnes train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
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
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.