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Trains from Long Preston to Runcorn (RUN)

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17

train journeys
per day

50

miles (81 kms)

2hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Runcorn (RUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston and Runcorn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Preston to Runcorn is approximately 50 miles (81 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Runcorn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Long Preston to Runcorn Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:40
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:42
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:13
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:07
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:14
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:39
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:39
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:15
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:40
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    19:50
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:14
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:36
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    20:50
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:26
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:43
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:39
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    22:06
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:08
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    23:42
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:17
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    01:15
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:05
    8 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    06:50
    Long Preston
    Runcorn
    Long Preston to Runcorn

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 Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Long Preston and Runcorn

The travel time between Long Preston and Runcorn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston and Runcorn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 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 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. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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