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Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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33

train journeys
per day

15

miles (24 kms)

0hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 20 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 55 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:48
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:49
    1 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    07:26
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:17
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:41
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:19
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:34
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    07:47
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:52
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    08:12
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:22
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:06
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:00
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    11:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    15:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    16:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:34
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:07
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    17:10
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:37
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    17:41
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    17:07
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    17:37
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    18:41
    Birkenhead Central
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead Central to Runcorn East

About Birkenhead Central Station

Station name Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Address Birkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:07
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:07
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:07
Thursday 05:32 - 00:07
Friday 05:32 - 00:07
Saturday 05:32 - 00:07
Sunday 07:34 - 00:07
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead Central & Runcorn East. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birkenhead Central and Runcorn East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.