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Trains from Manchester Stations to Runcorn East (RUE)

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26

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

35 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 01:15

first / last train

25

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Runcorn East , with 25 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Runcorn East is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 55 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 35 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:46
    40 mins Direct
    06:26
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:16
    35 mins Direct
    06:51
    Manchester Victoria
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Victoria to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:48
    38 mins Direct
    07:26
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:06
    41 mins Direct
    07:47
    Manchester Victoria
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Victoria to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:48
    39 mins Direct
    08:27
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:48
    40 mins Direct
    09:28
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:48
    37 mins Direct
    10:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:48
    39 mins Direct
    11:27
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:48
    37 mins Direct
    12:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:48
    37 mins Direct
    13:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:48
    37 mins Direct
    14:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:48
    37 mins Direct
    15:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:48
    37 mins Direct
    16:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:06
    40 mins Direct
    16:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Victoria to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:48
    40 mins Direct
    17:28
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:06
    40 mins Direct
    17:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Victoria to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:48
    39 mins Direct
    18:27
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:06
    40 mins Direct
    18:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Victoria to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:48
    37 mins Direct
    19:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:48
    37 mins Direct
    20:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Runcorn East
    Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Manchester Stations and Runcorn East

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:15.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Runcorn East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 25 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Runcorn East

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

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