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The average train between Runcorn and Preston takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Preston. 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 Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Preston at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Preston. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Runcorn to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Preston is 46.9 km. The road distance is 57 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Preston via Crewe in around 1h 39m.
