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Newbury to Runcorn trains

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The average train between Newbury and Runcorn takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Newbury 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.

4h 17m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain train Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 22m
£69–138

Newbury to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Newbury and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newbury is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 12:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains13h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newbury 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 Newbury to Runcorn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 189.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Newbury, West Berkshire, England and Runcorn, England?

You can take a train from Newbury to Runcorn via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 22m.

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