Southampton to Runcorn by train

Going from Southampton to Runcorn by train

About to set off from Southampton to Runcorn by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Southampton to Runcorn

Ready to book tickets from Southampton to Runcorn? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

• The cheapest tickets between Southampton and Runcorn typically run £304.29.

• If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

• If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

• You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Southampton and Runcorn

If you are taking the train from Southampton to Runcorn, you will have 28 trains each day (with a departure every 29 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:15. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:08. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:09, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:00.

Train duration for trips from Southampton to Runcorn

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 50 minutes, crossing a total distance of 279 kilometres.

When are tickets between Southampton and Runcorn available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Southampton and Runcorn can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Runcorn

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Runcorn.