The average train between Swindon and Runcorn takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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 hourly between Swindon and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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.
No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Runcorn station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Swindon to Runcorn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Runcorn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Swindon to Runcorn train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Swindon and Runcorn is 208.5 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Runcorn via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 45m.