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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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32

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:26 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 20th May
    04:26
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:27
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    05:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:30
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:28
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    06:33
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    07:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:35
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    08:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    09:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    10:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    11:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    12:38
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:35
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    13:38
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:10
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    14:35
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    14:38
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:35
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    15:38
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    16:07
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    16:35
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East
  • Mon 20th May
    17:35
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:46
    Elephant & Castle
    Runcorn East
    Elephant & Castle to Runcorn East

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

First class tickets on trains between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Elephant & Castle & Runcorn East. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Elephant & Castle and Runcorn East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.