The average train between Rugby and Runcorn takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Runcorn station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Rugby to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Rugby to Runcorn train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Runcorn is 146.1 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Runcorn via Crewe in around 1h 17m.