The average train between Ludlow and Runcorn takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Runcorn station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Ludlow to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Ludlow to Runcorn train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ludlow and Runcorn is 108.3 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Runcorn via Crewe in around 1h 35m.