How to get from Runcorn to Chester by train?

By train

To get from Runcorn to Chester in North West, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Runcorn station to Crewe station. Next, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Crewe station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min.

63min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Runcorn
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crewe
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Bangor (Gwynedd)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Runcorn to Chester in North West, take the 110 bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station to Town Hall station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min.

75min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 110110
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn High Street- Stand C

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runcorn High Street- Stand C
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 110110
    Wait for bus
    110
    Warrington
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Town Hall
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Runcorn to Chester

The distance between Runcorn, North West and Chester, North West is approximately 43.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 63 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Runcorn to Chester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Runcorn

Runcorn is located at Runcorn, North West and the nearest public transport station is Runcorn High Street- Stand C.

Train stations close to Runcorn:

  • Runcorn

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • Runcorn High Street- Stand C
  • Runcorn High Street- Stand A
  • Runcorn High Street Bus Station

Public transport stations close to Chester, North West

Chester is located at Chester, North West and the nearest public transport station is Canal Bridge (Stop N).

Bus stations close to Chester:

  • Canal Bridge (Stop N)
  • Canal Bridge
  • Foregate Street Stop HH (Stop Hh)

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Runcorn to Chester in North West, take the 110 bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station to Town Hall station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min.

75min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 110110
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn High Street- Stand C

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runcorn High Street- Stand C
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 110110
    Wait for bus
    110
    Warrington
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Town Hall
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Chester?

    The fastest way takes 63 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Runcorn to Chester?

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 110, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Chester in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 3 min.

  • Which train line goes from Runcorn to Chester in North West?

    The AVANTI WEST COAST train line goes from Runcorn station near Runcorn to London Euston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till London Euston station near Chester in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Runcorn to Chester in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Runcorn and Chester in North West by train is about 1 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Runcorn to get to Chester in North West?

    Get on the AVANTI WEST COAST train from the Runcorn station near Runcorn in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Runcorn and Chester in North West?

    Get off the train at the London Euston station, which is closest to Chester in North West.

  • When is the last train from Runcorn to Chester in North West?

    The last train from Runcorn to Chester in North West is the Transport for Wales line. It leaves the Runcorn station at 00:19.

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