The average train between Windermere and Runcorn takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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 2 hours between Windermere and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 9:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Runcorn station via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Windermere to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.
Windermere to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Windermere to Runcorn train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Windermere and Runcorn is 116 km. The road distance is 143 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Runcorn via Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, and Frodsham in around 3h 42m.