How to get from Runcorn to Northwich by train?

By train

To get from Runcorn to Northwich in North West, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Runcorn station to Chester station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Chester station to Northwich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min.

89min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Northwich
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Runcorn
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Northwich
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Northwich
    Walk to
    Northwich
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via AVANTI WEST COAST, AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Runcorn to Northwich in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Runcorn station to Crewe station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Chester station to Northwich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min.

100min
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Northwich
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
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Bangor (Gwynedd)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Northwich
    31 min
  • 8
    Walk to Northwich
    Walk to
    Northwich
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Runcorn to Northwich

The distance between Runcorn, North West and Northwich, North West is approximately 30.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Runcorn to Northwich 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 Northwich, North West

Northwich is located at Northwich, North West and the nearest public transport station is Northwich.

Train stations close to Northwich:

  • Hartford

Bus stations close to Northwich:

  • Northwich
  • Hadfield Street
  • Railway Station

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via AVANTI WEST COAST, AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Runcorn to Northwich in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Runcorn station to Crewe station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Chester station to Northwich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min.

100min
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Northwich
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
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Bangor (Gwynedd)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Northwich
    31 min
  • 8
    Walk to Northwich
    Walk to
    Northwich
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 100 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Northwich?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Runcorn to Northwich?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Chester station near Runcorn in Runcorn to Chester station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chester station near Northwich in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Runcorn in Runcorn and Northwich in North West by train is about 1 hr 29 min.

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

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Chester station near Runcorn in Runcorn.

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

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

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