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Outbound fromRuncorn to Windermere by train
It takes an average of 3h 9m to travel from Runcorn to Windermere by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Runcorn to Windermere and tickets for this journey start from £16.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Runcorn | |
| Arrival station | Windermere | |
| Journey time | From 2h 20m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £16.20 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Runcorn to Windermere in 2 hours 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Runcorn to Windermere? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 9 minutes to travel the 72 miles (116 km) from Runcorn to Windermere by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 TransPennine Express to Windermere. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Runcorn to Windermere in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £16.20. 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 Windermere by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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