On weekdays the first train departs Birmingham New Street at 05:34 arriving at Runcorn at 06:57. The last train departs Birmingham New Street at 21:34 arriving at Runcorn at 22:58.
Journey Time
On trains operated by West Midlands Trains (LM) the average journey time is 1 hour and 21 minutes. On trains operated by Avanti West Coast (VT) the average journey time is 1 hour and 10 minutes. The overall average journey time between Birmingham New Street and Runcorn is 1 hour and 21 minutes.
Catering
Most trains operated by Avanti West Coast (VT) have an onboard shop. Catering facilities on all train services on the UK National Rail network are provided subject to availability and customer demand.