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Trains from Long Preston to Runcorn East (RUE)

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14

train journeys
per day

50

miles (81 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston and Runcorn East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Preston to Runcorn East is approximately 50 miles (81 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 27 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Long Preston and Runcorn East.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Long Preston to Runcorn East

Journeys from Long Preston to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:40
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    07:47
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:42
    2 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    10:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:14
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:39
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:15
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:36
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    18:26
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:46
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    18:39
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    22:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    20:17
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:31
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East
  • Mon 24th Jun
    22:05
    8 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Long Preston
    Runcorn East
    Long Preston to Runcorn East

About Long Preston Station

Station name Long Preston (LPR)
Address Long Preston station, Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Long Preston and Runcorn East

The travel time between Long Preston and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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Amenities on trains between Long Preston 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 Long Preston & Runcorn East. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Long Preston and Runcorn East.

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