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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Birmingham Stations

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43

train journeys
per day

71

miles (115 kms)

1hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

23

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations , with 23 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Birmingham Stations is approximately 71 miles (115 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 44 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:02
    6 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    06:50
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:42
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    07:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    08:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    08:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    09:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:59
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:26
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    09:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:51
    1 hrs 28 mins Direct
    10:19
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    10:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    11:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:02
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:06
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:51
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    12:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:02
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:51
    1 hrs 28 mins Direct
    13:19
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:02
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    14:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 23 direct services per day from Runcorn to Birmingham Stations

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Birmingham Stations .

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