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Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Runcorn (RUN)

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54

train journeys
per day

22

miles (35 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Runcorn (RUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Salford Central and Runcorn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Salford Central to Runcorn is approximately 22 miles (35 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 5 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salford Central to Runcorn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Salford Central to Runcorn Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:46
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    07:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:16
    1 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:35
    1 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:05
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:30
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:04
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:15
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:30
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:47
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:04
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:30
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:04
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:30
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:47
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:04
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:47
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Salford Central
    Runcorn
    Salford Central to Runcorn

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 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 Salford Central and Runcorn

The travel time between Salford Central and Runcorn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salford Central and Runcorn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Salford Central 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 Salford Central & Runcorn. owever, there are 54 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 Salford Central and Runcorn.

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