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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Ellesmere Port takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 6h 1m. There is at least one train per day from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 39m
Duration
26 mi
Distance
£14
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Runcorn to Ellesmere Port train times

Trains run once daily between Runcorn and Ellesmere Port. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Ellesmere Port at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail10h 8m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 26m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 1m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 1m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 1m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 1m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrail6h 1m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port? 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 25.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 17m.

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