Taking the train from Chirk to Runcorn in 1 hour 1 minute
Thinking about taking the train from Chirk to Runcorn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 4 minutes to travel the 31 miles (50 km) from Chirk to Runcorn by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 1 minute on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Runcorn.
Book train tickets from Chirk to Runcorn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Runcorn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Chirk to Runcorn
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chirk to Runcorn is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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