The average train between Runcorn and Ludlow takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Ludlow station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Runcorn to Ludlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Ludlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Runcorn to Ludlow train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Runcorn and Ludlow is 108.3 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Ludlow via Crewe in around 2h 5m.