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Birmingham to Runcorn train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn, starting from PHP 440.22 and averaging PHP 915.29. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 17m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Aug 22
From PHP 440.22
Sat, Aug 23
From PHP 635.44
Sun, Aug 24
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Mon, Aug 25
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Tue, Aug 26
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Wed, Aug 27
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Thu, Aug 28
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Birmingham New Street	07:10 Runcorn East	1h 40m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:34 Birmingham New Street	06:57 Runcorn	1h 23m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:05 Birmingham New Street	07:47 Runcorn East	1h 42m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:22 Birmingham New Street	09:11 Runcorn East	2h 49m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:34 Birmingham New Street	07:57 Runcorn	1h 23m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:04 Birmingham New Street	08:22 Paris	1h 18m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Runcorn train route details

First train

01:35

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Runcorn

Journey time

1h 17m

Distance

112 km

Price

PHP 440.22*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Runcorn. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Runcorn for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham to Runcorn, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Runcorn train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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