The average train between Northampton and Runcorn takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 12:30 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 Northampton to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Runcorn station via Runcorn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Northampton to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Milton Keynes Central station.
Northampton to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Northampton to Runcorn train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Northampton and Runcorn is 173.7 km. The road distance is 235 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Milton Keynes Central to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 1h 28m.