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Travelling from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street, the fastest train takes 1 hour 16 minutes with an average travel time of 1 hour 46 minutes. 66 trains are running daily, with the first departing at 01:02 and the last at 22:25. Stay updated with live train status, times, delays, and cancellations on TrainPal.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
13:11 Runcorn East | 1 hour 55 minutes, 1 change | 15:06 Birmingham New Street | Transport for Wales | Find tickets |
13:26 Runcorn East | 2 hours 22 minutes, 2 change | 15:48 Birmingham New Street | Transport for Wales | Find tickets |
13:31 Runcorn | 1 hour 17 minutes, Direct | 14:48 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
13:51 Runcorn | 1 hour 29 minutes, Direct | 15:20 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
14:11 Runcorn East | 1 hour 55 minutes, 1 change | 16:06 Birmingham New Street | Transport for Wales | Find tickets |
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Taking the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street is both efficient and enjoyable, offering scenic views and comfort. With frequent departures from Runcorn, you can arrive at Birmingham New Street in just 1 hour 16 minutes, making it a quick and convenient option for travelling between these two places.

The quickest train journey from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street takes 1 hour 16 minutes . Utilise our Train Journey Planner to locate direct trains, minimise transfers, and compare travel times across various routes. Discover the most efficient way to travel with fewer stops for a smooth and seamless journey.
No, there are no direct trains from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

Runcorn to Birmingham New Street trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
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