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Get from Birmingham to Runcorn
The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Runcorn by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Runcorn?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn start from R 294. The average price for this train route is around R 588. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Runcorn?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Runcorn is 1h 23m, covering a distance of 112 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Runcorn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Runcorn?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Runcorn departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 21:07.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Runcorn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Runcorn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Runcorn was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 288To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 288 to R 1 642 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Runcorn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 288, which is on 2025-12-12.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
