The average train between Irlam and Runcorn takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is an hourly train service from Irlam 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 Irlam and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.
Irlam to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Irlam station.
Irlam to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.
Book your Irlam to Runcorn train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales and 3 other operators.
The distance between Irlam and Runcorn is 23.3 km. The road distance is 44 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Irlam to Liverpool South Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 33 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours.