The average train between Runcorn and Northwich takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Northwich. 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 Northwich. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Northwich at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Northwich. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Northwich station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Runcorn to Northwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Northwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Greenbank station.
Book your Runcorn to Northwich train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Runcorn and Northwich is 16.8 km. The road distance is 47 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Greenbank via Chester in around 1h 30m.