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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Birmingham New Street

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48

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

29

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street , with 29 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 41 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street

Journeys from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:02
    6 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    06:50
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:42
    1 hrs 36 mins1 change
    07:18
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:20
    1 hrs 17 mins1 change
    07:37
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    07:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    08:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    08:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    09:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    1 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    09:36
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    09:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    10:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    1 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    10:36
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    10:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    11:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:01
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    11:36
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    11:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    12:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:02
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    12:36
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    1 hrs 21 minsDirect
    12:48
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:51
    1 hrs 29 minsDirect
    13:20
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:01
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    13:36
    Runcorn
    Birmingham New Street
    Runcorn to Birmingham New Street

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
AddressRuncorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 29 direct services per day from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Birmingham New Street.

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