Widnes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Widnes

With a population of 56,097, Widnes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Widnes to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Widnes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Crows Nest (Moorfield Road) and Frankie & Benny's - Widnes (Unit No 2A Venture Fields Earle Road) are great picks.

When to visit Widnes

Widnes in April
Estimated hotel price
£39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Widnes in April
Estimated hotel price
£39
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Widnes

Plane

When flying to Widnes, you’ll arrive at Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Widnes departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Widnes, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Widnes to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chester, expect to pay about £13 for a 0h 55m trip. Located 1.8 miles from the city centre, Widnes Hough Green, Cheshire is the busiest station in Widnes. Another popular train station is Widnes, located 1.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Widnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 169 miles from Widnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Widnes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Widnes takes 65 miles and will cost you around £10. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 100 miles.

Plane

When flying to Widnes, you’ll arrive at Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Widnes departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Widnes, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Widnes to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chester, expect to pay about £13 for a 0h 55m trip. Located 1.8 miles from the city centre, Widnes Hough Green, Cheshire is the busiest station in Widnes. Another popular train station is Widnes, located 1.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Widnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 169 miles from Widnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Widnes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Widnes takes 65 miles and will cost you around £10. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 100 miles.

Airports near Widnes

Airlines serving Widnes

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (959 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,662 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,561 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,230 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,406 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,056 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (843 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (933 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (791 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (839 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Widnes

Most booked hotels in Widnes

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port - Cheshire Oaks
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£78+
Mercure St Helens
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£67+
Holiday Inn Runcorn
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£71+
Best Western Premier Suites Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£64+
Travelodge Widnes
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£39+
Mercure Haydock Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£67+

Hiring a car in Widnes

Hiring a car in Widnes costs £43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 per litre in Widnes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.60 and £23.46. Compact (Volkswagen Golf SportWagen or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Widnes, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Widnes costs £43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 per litre in Widnes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.60 and £23.46. Compact (Volkswagen Golf SportWagen or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Widnes, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.