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Runcorn to Nelson train prices and times

Planning a journey from Runcorn to Nelson? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 21.60, with average prices for this route around £ 25.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:31 3h 56m, No direct Runcorn East	08:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
07:11 2h 16m, No direct Runcorn East	09:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
08:11 2h 16m, No direct Runcorn East	10:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
09:11 2h 16m, No direct Runcorn East	11:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
10:11 2h 16m, No direct Runcorn East	12:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
11:11 2h 16m, No direct Runcorn East	13:27 Paris	Find Tickets

Runcorn to Nelson train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Runcorn

Arrival station

Nelson

Journey time

2h 1m

Distance

65 km

Price

£ 21.60*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Runcorn to Nelson

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Runcorn to Nelson 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Runcorn to Nelson 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 for greater savings

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 Runcorn to Nelson, 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 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 to Nelson ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Runcorn to Nelson more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Runcorn to Nelson train ticket types

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

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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