The average train between Bath and Runcorn takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bath and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bath is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bath to Runcorn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Runcorn station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Bath to Runcorn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Runcorn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Bath to Runcorn train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bath and Runcorn is 220.1 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Runcorn via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 46m.