The average train between Runcorn and Croydon takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn to Croydon. 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 Croydon. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Croydon at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Runcorn to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Croydon is 281.6 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Runcorn to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 1m.