Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn by train
| First train | 04:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:48 | |
| Departure station | Newport (South Wales) | |
| Arrival station | Runcorn | |
| Journey time | From 2h 55m | |
| Distance | 121 miles (195 km) | |
| Frequency | 84 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn by train
Looking to travel from Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 9 minutes to travel from Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 84 trains per day running along the 121 miles (195 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Runcorn, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Runcorn. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Newport (South Wales) to Runcorn is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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