The average train between Birmingham and Runcorn takes 1h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham 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 Birmingham and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 10:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Runcorn station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.
Birmingham to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Birmingham to Runcorn train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Birmingham and Runcorn is 110.7 km. The road distance is 120 km.
West Midlands Trains operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 5 times a week.
