The average train between Runcorn and Colne takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Colne. 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 Runcorn and Colne. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Colne at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Colne. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Colne station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Runcorn to Colne train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.
Runcorn to Colne train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Colne station.
Book your Runcorn to Colne train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Colne is 68.3 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Colne via Crewe and Preston in around 3h 38m.