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South Croydon to Runcorn Train prices and times

Looking to travel from South Croydon to Runcorn? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 563,24 kr, with average prices for this route around 612,71 kr.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:38 South Croydon	08:22 Runcorn	7h 44m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
00:38 South Croydon	08:43 Runcorn	8h 5m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:30 South Croydon	09:43 Runcorn	3h 13m, Changes required		Find Tickets
07:24 South Croydon	10:43 Runcorn	3h 19m, Changes required		Find Tickets
07:50 South Croydon	11:22 Runcorn	3h 32m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:24 South Croydon	11:44 Paris	3h 20m, Changes required		Find Tickets View More Trains

South Croydon to Runcorn Train Route Details

First train

00:38

Last train

23:21

Departure station

South Croydon

Arrival station

Runcorn

Journey time

3h 3m

Distance

284 km

Price

563,24 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Runcorn

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from South Croydon to Runcorn 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 South Croydon to Runcorn 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from South Croydon to Runcorn, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from South Croydon to Runcorn ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

South Croydon to Runcorn 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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South Croydon to Runcorn Train prices and times

South Croydon to Runcorn Train Route Details