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Outbound fromRuncorn to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 1h 27m to travel from Runcorn to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (111 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Runcorn to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £33.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:51 | |
| Departure station | Runcorn | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 20m | |
| Distance | 69 miles (111 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £33.10 | |
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Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham in 1 hour 20 minutes
If you want to travel from Runcorn to Birmingham by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Runcorn to Birmingham by train to take around 1 hour 27 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 36 trains per day running on this route, which spans 69 miles (111 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Birmingham. You can travel with Avanti West Coast trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Runcorn to Birmingham start from £33.10 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Runcorn to Birmingham
Book in advance
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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 Runcorn to Birmingham 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.
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