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Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central by train

First train

05:17

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Ellesmere Port

Arrival station

Warrington Central

Journey time

From 1h 20m

Distance

15 miles (24 km)

Frequency

33 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

Travelling from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central by train

Looking to travel from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 2 minutes to travel from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 33 trains per day running along the 15 miles (24 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Warrington Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail to get to Warrington Central. 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 Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central 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 Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central? 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 Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central take?

The average journey time by train between Ellesmere Port and Warrington Central is 2 hours and 2 minutes, with around 33 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 Ellesmere Port and Warrington Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central. Travelling from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central leave?

The first train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central leaves at 05:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central leave?

The last train from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central leaves at 23:19. 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 Ellesmere Port and Warrington Central by train?

Trains travelling from Ellesmere Port to Warrington Central cover a distance of around 15 miles (24 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Warrington Central to Ellesmere Port.

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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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