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Tomorrow17 Jun
from US$18
Wed18 Jun
Thu19 Jun
from US$18
Fri20 Jun
from US$18
Sat21 Jun
from US$24
Sun22 Jun
from US$24
Mon23 Jun
from US$18
Tue24 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Runcorn
    Destination location: Runcorn
    Operated by: West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Runcorn
    Destination location: Runcorn
    Operated by: Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Runcorn
    Destination location: Runcorn
    Operated by: West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Runcorn
    Destination location: Runcorn
    Operated by: Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Runcorn
    Destination location: Runcorn
    Operated by: West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Birmingham to Runcorn: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$27
Average train trip duration1h 24m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure07:04
Distance69 miles
Latest train departure17:34

Birmingham to Runcorn Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Runcorn

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Runcorn cost?

    The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Runcorn is US$27. 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Runcorn?

    A train trip between Birmingham and Runcorn is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 69 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. 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 11. 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
14/06
US$23
15/06
US$23
Today
US$17
17/06
US$17
18/06
US$17
19/06
US$17
20/06
US$17
21/06
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Runcorn was searched and found on 17 Jun 2025 with a price of US$17

To 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 US$17 to US$82 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 US$17, which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually RDG_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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Birmingham and Runcorn is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Runcorn.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Runcorn, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Birmingham and Runcorn compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Runcorn to Birmingham

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