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Explore cheap prices from Manchester to Runcorn

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Runcorn, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

HK$24.31

Fri30May

HK$26.42

Sat31May

HK$26.42

Sun1Jun

HK$26.42

Mon2Jun

HK$26.42

Tue3Jun

HK$26.42

Wed4Jun

HK$26.42

Thu5Jun

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Manchester to Runcorn train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Runcorn, starting from HK$24.31 and averaging HK$28.58. The entire journey takes no more than 35m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, May 30
From HK$24.31
Sat, May 31
From HK$26.42
Sun, Jun 1
From HK$26.42
Mon, Jun 2
From HK$26.42
Tue, Jun 3
From HK$26.42
Wed, Jun 4
From HK$26.42
Thu, Jun 5
From HK$26.42

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:27 Manchester Oxford Road	01:02 Runcorn East	35m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:46 Manchester Oxford Road	06:28 Runcorn East	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:16 Manchester Victoria	06:51 Runcorn East	35m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Manchester Oxford Road	07:26 Runcorn East	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:06 Manchester Victoria	07:47 Runcorn East	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:48 Manchester Oxford Road	08:27 Paris	39m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Runcorn train route details

First train

00:27

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Runcorn

Journey time

35m

Distance

23 miles

Price

HK$24.31*

Train Operators

Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Runcorn

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Runcorn. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 to Runcorn, 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 to Runcorn 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 to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Runcorn train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional 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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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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