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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Salford Central (SFD)

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24

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

50 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Salford Central is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 21 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Salford Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 50 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn East to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    07:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    50 mins 1 change
    07:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    58 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    50 mins 1 change
    08:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    51 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    1 hrs 2 changes
    13:12
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:10
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:41
    50 mins 1 change
    18:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:11
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:41
    50 mins 1 change
    19:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:11
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:25
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Runcorn East
    Salford Central
    Runcorn East to Salford Central

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

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn East and Salford Central

The travel time between Runcorn East and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Runcorn East & Salford Central. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Salford Central.

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