First train | 04:48 | |
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Last train | 00:01 | |
Departure station | Watford Junction | |
Arrival station | Runcorn East | |
Journey time | From 2h 13m | |
Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
If you want to travel from Watford Junction to Runcorn East by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Watford Junction to Runcorn East by train to take around 4 hours 8 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 16 trains per day running on this route, which spans 149 miles (240 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Runcorn East. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Watford Junction to Runcorn East are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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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The average journey time by train between Watford Junction and Runcorn East is 4 hours and 8 minutes, with around 16 trains per day. 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Watford Junction to Runcorn East is 2 hours and 13 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Watford Junction to Runcorn East. Travelling from Watford Junction to Runcorn East by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Watford Junction to Runcorn East leaves at 04:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Watford Junction to Runcorn East leaves at 00:01. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Watford Junction to Runcorn East cover a distance of around 149 miles (240 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Runcorn East to Watford Junction.
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