Taking the train from Northwich to Runcorn in 1 hour
Thinking about taking the train from Northwich to Runcorn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 47 minutes to travel the 11 miles (18 km) from Northwich to Runcorn by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 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, Transport for Wales or Merseyrail 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 Northwich to Runcorn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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Cheap train tickets from Northwich to Runcorn
Book in advance
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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 Northwich 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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