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It takes an average of 6h 4m to travel from Cambridge to Runcorn by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (232 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Runcorn and tickets for this journey start from £47.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:03 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Runcorn | |
| Journey time | From 3h 44m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £47.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Cambridge to Runcorn in 3 hours 44 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge to Runcorn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 4 minutes to travel the 144 miles (232 km) from Cambridge to Runcorn by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to Runcorn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge to Runcorn in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £47.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Runcorn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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