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Southampton to Runcorn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Southampton and Runcorn takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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.

4h 41m
Duration
219 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Southampton to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Southampton and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southampton to Runcorn? 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 Southampton to Runcorn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 219.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 27m.

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