The average train between Runcorn and Tyldesley takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Tyldesley. 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 Tyldesley. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Tyldesley at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Tyldesley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Tyldesley. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Tyldesley station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.
Runcorn to Tyldesley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Tyldesley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Atherton station.
Book your Runcorn to Tyldesley train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Runcorn and Tyldesley is 25.9 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Atherton via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 2h 25m.