Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Chepstow to Runcorn

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Chepstow to Runcorn

Trains to Runcorn from Chepstow

First train

05:45

Last train

23:24

Departure stationChepstow
Arrival stationRuncorn
Journey time

From 2h 47m

Distance

117 miles (189 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Chepstow to Runcorn?

Check out the next trains departing from Chepstow to Runcorn for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:4513:573h 12m, 2 changes
11:4514:573h 12m, 2 changes
12:1615:052h 49m, 1 change
12:4515:573h 12m, 2 changes
13:1616:223h 6m, 1 change
13:4816:583h 10m, 2 changes
14:4517:573h 12m, 2 changes
15:1618:142h 58m, 1 change
15:4618:573h 11m, 2 changes
16:1619:032h 47m, 1 change

Travelling from Chepstow to Runcorn by train

If you're planning to travel from Chepstow to Runcorn, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Chepstow to Runcorn takes around 6 hours 4 minutes. There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Chepstow to Runcorn.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Runcorn, as there are no direct trains.

Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Chepstow to Runcorn?

Want to know more about your journey from Chepstow to Runcorn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Chepstow to Runcorn?

You can get from Chepstow to Runcorn by train in 6 hours and 4 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 47 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Chepstow to Runcorn take?

The average journey time by train between Chepstow and Runcorn is 6 hours and 4 minutes, with around 15 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Chepstow and Runcorn by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chepstow to Runcorn is 2 hours and 47 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Chepstow to Runcorn?

No, there are no direct train services from Chepstow to Runcorn. Travelling from Chepstow to Runcorn by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Chepstow to Runcorn?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Chepstow to Runcorn is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link