Train Runcorn to Cardiff from £70 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Cardiff takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 38m
Duration: 160 mi
Distance: £70
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Runcorn to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, April 27, 2026

11:51 PM → 7:43 AM
Arrives next day
7h 52m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, April 28, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:51 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 10:47 AM
3h 16m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
9:32 AM → 12:44 PM
3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:51 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 10:47 AM
3h 16m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
9:32 AM → 12:44 PM
3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:51 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 10:47 AM
3h 16m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
9:32 AM → 12:44 PM
3h 12m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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