The average train between Chester and Runcorn takes 24 min and the fastest train takes 23 min. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 Chester and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 10:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester station and arriving at Runcorn station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
Chester to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Runcorn station.
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The distance between Chester and Runcorn is 19.9 km. The road distance is 22 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Runcorn every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 23 min.
