The average train between Greenwich and Runcorn takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Greenwich 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 Greenwich and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Greenwich is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Greenwich to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Greenwich station and arriving at Runcorn station via Runcorn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Greenwich to Runcorn train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Euston station.
Greenwich to Runcorn train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Greenwich to Runcorn train tickets online with Thameslink and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Greenwich and Runcorn is 277.4 km. The road distance is 300 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h.