The average train between Runcorn and Irlam takes 49 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn to Irlam. 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 Irlam. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Irlam at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 49 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Irlam station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.
Runcorn to Irlam train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Irlam train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Irlam station.
Book your Runcorn to Irlam train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Irlam is 23.3 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Irlam via Liverpool South Parkway in around 55 min.