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Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train

First train

11:10

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Widnes

Arrival station

Sudbury (Suffolk)

Journey time

From 7h 11m

Distance

172 miles (277 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

Travelling from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train

Looking to travel from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 12 hours 2 minutes to travel from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 172 miles (277 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Sudbury (Suffolk), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to get to Sudbury (Suffolk). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) take?

The average journey time by train between Widnes and Sudbury (Suffolk) is 12 hours and 2 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Widnes and Sudbury (Suffolk) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) is 7 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk)?

No, there are no direct train services from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk). Travelling from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) leave?

The first train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) leaves at 11:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) leave?

The last train from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) leaves at 23:07. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Widnes and Sudbury (Suffolk) by train?

Trains travelling from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk) cover a distance of around 172 miles (277 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Widnes to Sudbury (Suffolk)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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