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Ellesmere Port to Runcorn Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn, starting from $9.14 and averaging $17.45. The entire journey takes no more than 19 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
09:03 1 hour 5 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	10:08 Runcorn		Find Tickets
09:06 1 hour 20 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	10:26 Runcorn		Find Tickets
09:33 38 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	10:11 Runcorn East		Find Tickets
09:36 1 hour 14 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	10:50 Runcorn	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
10:03 1 hour 6 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	11:09 Runcorn		Find Tickets
10:06 1 hour 25 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	11:31 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn Train Route Details

First train

00:16

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Ellesmere Port

Arrival station

Runcorn

Journey time

19 minutes

Distance

13 km

Price

$9.14*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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