The average train between Salford and Runcorn takes 1h 3m and the fastest train takes 47 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Salford to Runcorn. 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 30 minutes between Salford and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Salford to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.
Salford to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Salford to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.
Book your Salford to Runcorn train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, West Midlands Trains and 4 other operators.
The distance between Salford and Runcorn is 33.4 km. The road distance is 57 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route.
