How far is it from Widnes to Runcorn?

The distance between Widnes and Runcorn is 4 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Widnes to Runcorn?

The drive from Widnes to Runcorn takes approximately 10 min by car.

The fastest route from Widnes to Runcorn covers 4 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Runcorn lies roughly to the south of Widnes.

Along the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can fill up at Texaco, BP. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Along the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can stop for the night or service your van at Small Acre Caravan Park.

On the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can take a break at Warrington Road Service Station, Runcorn Expressway Service Station.

Distance: 4 kmDrive time: 10 min

Driving from Widnes to Runcorn takes about 10 min via A557. The distance is 4 km. The straight-line distance is 3 km. Driving directions

Driving directions8 · 4 km

The return trip from Runcorn to Widnes covers roughly the same distance, 4 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 November 2026.

How far is it from Widnes to Runcorn?: The distance between Widnes and Runcorn is 4 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Widnes to Runcorn?: The drive from Widnes to Runcorn takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Widnes to Runcorn?: The fastest route from Widnes to Runcorn covers 4 km with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Runcorn from Widnes?: Runcorn lies roughly to the south of Widnes.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Widnes and Runcorn?: Along the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can fill up at Texaco, BP. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Widnes and Runcorn?: Along the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can stop for the night or service your van at Small Acre Caravan Park.
Where can I stop to rest between Widnes and Runcorn?: On the route from Widnes to Runcorn you can take a break at Warrington Road Service Station, Runcorn Expressway Service Station.