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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Wales takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 53m
Duration
88 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Runcorn to Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Wales at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool South Parkway and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Wales? 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 87.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Wales, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 39m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.

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