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Blackburn to Runcorn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackburn and Runcorn takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn 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.

2h 22m
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£28
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain train
  2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain train
2h 25m
£18–53

Blackburn to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains11h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 56m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Runcorn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 85 mi
  • Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Runcorn, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Runcorn via Preston and Crewe in around 2h 25m.

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