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Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street, starting from NZD 20.64 and averaging NZD 32.78. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 41m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:11 1h 56m, Changes required Runcorn East	23:07 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets

Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train

00:06

Last train

21:11

Departure station

Runcorn East

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

1h 41m

Distance

108 km

Price

NZD 20.64*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 traveling from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

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

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Trains from Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street from NZD 20.64

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Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Runcorn East to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details