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Outbound fromRuncorn to Fareham by train
It takes an average of 6h 22m to travel from Runcorn to Fareham by train, over a distance of around 184 miles (296 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Runcorn to Fareham and tickets for this journey start from £212.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:51 | |
| Departure station | Runcorn | |
| Arrival station | Fareham | |
| Journey time | From 4h 46m | |
| Distance | 184 miles (296 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £212.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
How to travel from Runcorn to Fareham by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Runcorn to Fareham? Look no further.
You'll usually find 9 trains per day running between Runcorn and Fareham, which usually take 6 hours 22 minutes to complete the 184 miles (296 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 46 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Fareham by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Runcorn to Fareham start from £212.90 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Fareham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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