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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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13

train journeys
per day

186

miles (299 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Gatwick Airport is approximately 186 miles (299 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Gatwick Express, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:25
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    15:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    16:26
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    20:49
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    17:26
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    18:26
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    22:57
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    19:26
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    23:25
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    20:26
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    01:46
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    23:26
    9 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Runcorn
    Gatwick Airport
    Runcorn to Gatwick Airport

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

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport 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 & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Gatwick Express, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Gatwick Airport.

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