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Leicester to Runcorn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Leicester and Runcorn takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 31m
Duration
101 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain train
  2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain train
2h 38m
£24–80

Leicester to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Leicester and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryLumoAvanti West Coast1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 54m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 59m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 3m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 14m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 5m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 36m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Runcorn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 101.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Runcorn via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 2h 38m.

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