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Get from Runcorn to Birmingham
The journey takes about 1 hour 27 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 Runcorn to Birmingham 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 Runcorn to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Runcorn to Birmingham start from R 294. The average price for this train route is around R 403. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Runcorn to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Runcorn to Birmingham is 1h 27m, covering a distance of 112 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Runcorn to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Runcorn to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Runcorn to Birmingham departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 21:51.
Which is the best train operator from Runcorn to Birmingham?
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 Runcorn to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Runcorn to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Runcorn to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Runcorn to Birmingham was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 285To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Runcorn to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 285 to R 1 171 for a train ticket from Runcorn to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 286, which is on 2025-12-16.
