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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Welshpool takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Welshpool. 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 19m
Duration
74 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Runcorn to Welshpool train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Runcorn and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 29m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 22m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Welshpool? 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 Welshpool.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 74.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 3h 1m.

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