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Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £1.30, with average prices for this route around £2.60.

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

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Mon, Apr 28
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Tue, Apr 29
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Wed, Apr 30
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Thu, May 1
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Fri, May 2
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Sun, May 4
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:45 Manchester Piccadilly	06:28 Runcorn East	43m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:58 Manchester Piccadilly	06:51 Runcorn East	53m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:44 Manchester Piccadilly	07:26 Runcorn East	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:54 Manchester Piccadilly	07:47 Runcorn East	53m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:44 Manchester Piccadilly	08:27 Runcorn East	43m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:44 Manchester Piccadilly	09:28 Paris	44m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East train route details

First train

05:45

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Runcorn East

Journey time

41m

Distance

22 miles

Price

£1.30*

Train Operators

Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East from £1.30*

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Manchester Piccadilly to Runcorn East train prices and times

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