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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Accrington takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Accrington. 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 58m
Duration
90 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Runcorn to Accrington train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Accrington at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumoNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 9m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 8m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Accrington? 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.

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  • Distance: 90.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 58m

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

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

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