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Get from Birmingham to Runcorn
The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 299, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Runcorn by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Runcorn cost?
The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Runcorn is R 597. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Runcorn?
A train trip between Birmingham and Runcorn is around 1h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 111 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Runcorn?
The number of trains from Birmingham to Runcorn can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Runcorn by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Runcorn?
When taking the train from Birmingham to Runcorn, you can travel comfortably and safely with West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Runcorn was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 283To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Runcorn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 283 to R 1 629 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Runcorn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 283, which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
