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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Runcorn
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Runcorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Runcorn will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cambridge for Runcorn every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Runcorn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Runcorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 230 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£75 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Runcorn train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Runcorn trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:15 Cambridge | 4h07 | 08:22 Runcorn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:53 Cambridge | 3h50 | 08:43 Runcorn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:56 Cambridge | 4h48 | 09:44 Runcorn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Runcorn
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Trains from Cambridge to Runcorn run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:14 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cambridge to Runcorn trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Runcorn from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Runcorn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Runcorn 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Runcorn
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Shopping
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WC
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Lost and Found Office
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 (Platform 2)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to Car Park 1 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the turning circle adjacent to the station entrance.
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