How to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn by train?

From Birkenhead to Runcorn by train

To get from Birkenhead to Runcorn in Runcorn, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Conway Park station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min.

43min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Leaves from Conway Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Conway Park
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    West Kirby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Birmingham New Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Birkenhead to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Birkenhead to Runcorn in Runcorn, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Conway Park station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min.

39min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Conway Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Conway Park
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    West Kirby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 5
    Ride to train station Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birkenhead to Runcorn

The distance between Birkenhead, Runcorn and Runcorn, Runcorn is approximately 28.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birkenhead to Runcorn by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Runcorn – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Birkenhead

Birkenhead is located at Lord Street, Runcorn and the nearest public transport station is Hamilton Lane, Birkenhead.

Train stations close to Birkenhead:

  • Conway Park
  • Birkenhead Hamilton Square

Bus stations close to Birkenhead:

  • Hamilton Lane, Birkenhead
  • Market Street, Birkenhead

Public transport stations close to Runcorn, Runcorn

Runcorn is located at Runcorn, Runcorn and the nearest public transport station is Holloway.

Train stations close to Runcorn:

  • Frodsham

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • Holloway
  • Westfield Top
  • Roland Avenue

Related Routes

Alternative route from Birkenhead to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Birkenhead to Runcorn in Runcorn, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Conway Park station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min.

39min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Conway Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Conway Park
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    West Kirby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 5
    Ride to train station Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

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

    The alternative route takes 39 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Runcorn?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from Birkenhead to Runcorn?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Conway Park station near Birkenhead in Birkenhead to West Kirby station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till West Kirby station near Runcorn in Runcorn.

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

    The total travel time between Birkenhead in Birkenhead and Runcorn in Runcorn by train is about 43 min.

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

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Conway Park station near Birkenhead in Birkenhead.

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

    Get off the train at the West Kirby station, which is closest to Runcorn in Runcorn.

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