The average train between Runcorn and Manchester takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn to Manchester. 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 Manchester. 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 Manchester at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Runcorn to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.
Runcorn to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Runcorn to Manchester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and 3 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Manchester is 36.2 km. The road distance is 58 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route.
