Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
It's simple to reach Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, in Runcorn, by train. Simply hop on a train to Runcorn station and then it's just a walk over the bridge to the attraction. Catalyst Science Discovery Centre is full of wonders for all to enjoy – you'll find it jam-packed with a fascinating historic collection and with so much to look at, it's suitable for all ages. For more information about opening times, visit Catalyst Science Discovery Centre’s website.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Ticket Office opening hours:
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 05:45 - 19:30 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 19:30 |
| Sunday | 08:45 - 19:30 |
| Ticket Machine | Available |
|---|---|
| Staff help | Unavailable |
| Staffing level | Full time |
| Oyster Prepay | Unavailable |
| Oyster topup | Unavailable |
| Oyster validator | Unavailable |
| Pre-purchase collection | Available |
Luggage
| Left Luggage | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Lost Property | Available |
Facilities
| Shops | Available |
|---|---|
| Postbox | Unavailable |
| Telephones | Available |
| Telephone types | Coins and cards |
| Station Buffet | Available |
| ATM | Unavailable |
| Bureau de Change | Unavailable |
| Tourist Information Office | Unavailable |
Toilets
| Toilets | Available |
|---|---|
| Showers | Unavailable |
| Baby change | Available |
WiFi
| WiFi | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| WiFi notes | |
| Web kiosk | Unavailable |
Staffing and customer service
| Customer Service notes | Customers are encouraged to approach a member of station staff for any customer information enquiry. |
|---|---|
| Customer help points | Available |
| CCTV | Available |
Parking
Carpark opening hours:
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 05:15 - 23:45 |
| Saturday | 05:15 - 22:30 |
| Sunday | 08:15 - 23:45 |
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 05:15 - 23:45 |
| Saturday | 05:15 - 22:30 |
| Sunday | 08:15 - 23:45 |
| Carpark name | Station Car Park Station Car Park 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpark operator | Virgin Trains Virgin Trains | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Car parking spaces | 179 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Carpark charges |
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Bicycle Facilities
| Cycle storage | Available |
|---|---|
| Cycle storage spaces | 16 |
| Sheltered cycle storage | Available |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Available |
| Cycle storage notes | all platforms |
Accessibility
| Step-free access | Whole station |
|---|---|
| Step-free access notes | lifts to platforms |
| Ramps for train access | Available |
| Wheelchairs | Available |
| Induction Loop | Available |
| Accessible ticket machines | Unavailable |
| Accessible Booking Office counter | Available |
First Class Lounge
Opening Hours
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 06:00 - 20:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| 08:00 - 18:00 |
Located
Platform 1 - Access available from the station
Tickets Accepted
Virgin Business, First Open or Advance First tickets. You can only enter the lounge on the travel date shown on your ticket.
Facilities
Dedicated business areas are fully equipped with telephone points, desks, fax photocopier and modem facilities, screens with updated train information.
Refreshments
Tea, coffee, soft drinks.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available
Showers
Showers are not available
Departures and arrivals from Runcorn
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Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Euston | Avanti West Coast | 06:21 | 1 | On time |
| to Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 06:27 | 1 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | West Midlands Trains | 06:31 | 2 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | Transport for Wales | 06:35 | 2 | On time |
| to London Euston | Avanti West Coast | 07:15 | 1 | On time |
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| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Liverpool Lime Street | Avanti West Coast | 06:20 | 1 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | West Midlands Trains | 06:27 | 1 | On time |
| from Crewe | West Midlands Trains | 06:30 | 2 | On time |
| from Chester | Transport for Wales | 06:35 | 2 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | West Midlands Trains | 07:22 | 1 | On time |
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