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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Runcorn to Watford. Traveling by train from Runcorn to Watford usually takes 2 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast train can make the trip in 2 hours and 35 minutes.
Distance | 152 mi (245 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 35m |
Lowest price | $66.64 |
Most frequent service | Avanti West Coast |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Runcorn to Watford?
Avanti West Coast is the one and only train line which connects Runcorn to Watford. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Avanti West Coast | 2 | 2h 44m | $70.70 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Runcorn to Watford on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Runcorn at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Runcorn twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Watford to Runcorn.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Runcorn?
Main departure station: Runcorn Train Station
There is one train station in Runcorn.
All train stations in Runcorn:
Runcorn Train Station
Where is the train station in Watford?
Main arrival station: Watford Junction
Watford has one train station.
All train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
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