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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 29 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 3 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:341h23Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:57Runcorn station (RUN)£131One-way0 changes- 17:071h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:57Runcorn station (RUN)£211One-way0 changes
15:491h14Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:03Runcorn station (RUN)£371One-way0 changes
- 15:491h14Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:03Runcorn station (RUN)£371One-way0 changes
- 7:341h23Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:57Runcorn station (RUN)£131One-way0 changes
- 17:071h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:57Runcorn station (RUN)£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 111 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN):
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Runcorn station (RUN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 40m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h23 | 8:57 Runcorn station (RUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h14 | 17:03 Runcorn station (RUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 18:57 Runcorn station (RUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Runcorn station (RUN) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Runcorn station (RUN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Runcorn station (RUN)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Runcorn station (RUN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Runcorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Runcorn station (RUN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Runcorn from Runcorn city centre
Runcorn train station facilities and services
Runcorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Runcorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Runcorn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Runcorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Runcorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Runcorn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most popular trains to and from Runcorn station (RUN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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