The average train between Runcorn and Wales takes 2h 49m 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.
Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Wales at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool South Parkway and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Wales. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Wales station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Runcorn to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.
Runcorn to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Runcorn to Wales train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and 4 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Wales is 96.4 km. The road distance is 141 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 37m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.