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Runcorn to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SEK 110.81, with average prices for this route around SEK 180.23.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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  • الجمعة, 29 أغسطس
  • السبت, 30 أغسطس
  • الأحد, 31 أغسطس
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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11:27
Runcorn East
13:33
Birmingham New Street
2 hours 6 minutes, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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11:27
Runcorn East
13:48
Birmingham New Street
2 hours 21 minutes, Changes requiredTransport for WalesWest Midlands Trains
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11:27
Runcorn East
14:32
Birmingham New Street
3 hours 5 minutes, Changes requiredTransport for Wales
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11:31
Runcorn
12:48
Birmingham New Street
1 hour 17 minutes, DirectWest Midlands Trains
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11:51
Runcorn
13:20
Birmingham New Street
1 hour 29 minutes, DirectWest Midlands Trains
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12:01
Runcorn
13:33
Paris
1 hour 32 minutes, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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Runcorn to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:02
Last train
Last train
21:51
Departure station
Departure station
Runcorn
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 17 minutes
Distance
Distance
112 km
Price
Price
SEK 110.81*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Runcorn to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Runcorn to Birmingham New Street, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Runcorn to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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