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 55 min.

55min
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Runcorn
  • 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, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 82A bus from Runcorn Station station to Irwell Street/The Bridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 110 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 82A82A
Bus - 110110
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runcorn Station
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 82A82A
    Wait for bus
    82A
    Liverpool
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irwell Street/The Bridge
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 110110
    Wait for bus
    110
    Warrington
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Town Hall
    28 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    21 min
  • 9
    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 43.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 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 Bonton.

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • Bonton
  • Roland Avenue
  • Holloway

Public transport stations close to Chester, North West

Chester is located at Chester, North West and the nearest public transport station is Foregate Street Stop HH (Stop Hh).

Bus stations close to Chester:

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

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Runcorn to Chester in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 82A bus from Runcorn Station station to Irwell Street/The Bridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 110 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 82A82A
Bus - 110110
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Runcorn Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runcorn Station
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 82A82A
    Wait for bus
    82A
    Liverpool
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irwell Street/The Bridge
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 110110
    Wait for bus
    110
    Warrington
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Town Hall
    28 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    21 min
  • 9
    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 55 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 83 minutes, using Bus line 82A, Bus line 110, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Chester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Runcorn to Chester?

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

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

    The total travel time between Runcorn in Runcorn and Chester in North West by train is about 55 min.

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

    Get on the AVANTI WEST COAST train from the London Euston station near Runcorn in Runcorn.

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

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

  • When is the last train from Runcorn to Chester?

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

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