The average train between Runcorn and Kirkby takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Runcorn to Kirkby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Runcorn and Kirkby. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Kirkby at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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50 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Runcorn to Kirkby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Kirkby station via Liverpool Lime Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.
Runcorn to Kirkby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Kirkby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Kirkby station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Kirkby is 18.8 km. The road distance is 24 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Kirkby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 57 min.