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Runcorn to Leicester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Leicester takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 52m
Duration
101 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain train
  3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain train
2h 47m
£25–80

Runcorn to Leicester train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country1h 45m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLumoCross Country2h 1m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLumoCross Country2h 1m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLumoCross Country2h 1m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Leicester? 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 101.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 2h 47m.

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