The average train between Runcorn and Windermere takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn to Windermere. 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 every 2 hours between Runcorn and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Windermere station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Runcorn to Windermere train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Windermere train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Runcorn to Windermere train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Runcorn and Windermere is 116 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 43m.