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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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41

train journeys
per day

26

miles (42 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Runcorn East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Runcorn East is approximately 26 miles (42 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:37
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:05
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:27
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:42
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:05
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:57
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:05
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:27
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:03
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:32
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Southport
    Runcorn East
    Southport to Runcorn East

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
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 Available

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 Southport and Runcorn East

The travel time between Southport and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

Amenities on trains between Southport 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 Southport & Runcorn East. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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