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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Stafford (STA)

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34

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

0hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Stafford is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 48 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Stafford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 57 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn East to Stafford

Journeys from Runcorn East to Stafford Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    00:06
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    05:54
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:26
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:51
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:26
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:48
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:12
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:27
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    10:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:12
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:25
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:27
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    13:13
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:11
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:23
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:26
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    15:13
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:25
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    16:13
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:11
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Runcorn East
    Stafford
    Runcorn East to Stafford

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

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn East and Stafford

The travel time between Runcorn East and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Runcorn East & Stafford. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Stafford.

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