The average train between Hereford and Runcorn takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford 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 Hereford and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 5:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Runcorn station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Hereford to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Hereford to Runcorn train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hereford and Runcorn is 142.9 km. The road distance is 170 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Hereford to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 29m.