Leicester to Runcorn train with West Midlands Trains

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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Runcorn by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Runcorn

United Kingdom

Trains from Leicester to Runcorn run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £14 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £14

Distance

132 km

Average train duration

2h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

£70

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 32m

First train

02:01

Last train

21:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £14

Train providers: West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains Leicester to Runcorn

Find the best trains from Leicester to Runcorn with Omio's travel partners West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry from £68. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

West Midlands Trains from Leicester to Runcorn train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: £68

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Leicester to Runcorn. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

FAQs: Leicester to Runcorn train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to Runcorn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Runcorn.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Runcorn can start from as little as £47 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Runcorn is £84; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leicester to Runcorn train time is 2 h 27 min covering the 82 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leicester to Runcorn leaves at 02: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leicester to Runcorn leaves at 21: 13.

There are 6 trains a day from Leicester to Runcorn which require at least one change with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Leicester to Runcorn train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Leicester to Runcorn to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 13.

A trip to Runcorn from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 27 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to Runcorn by train is August.

Yes, you can take a train between Leicester and Runcorn.