Train Carlisle to Runcorn from £67 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Runcorn takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 38m
Duration: 163 mi
Distance: £67
Average price: Hourly
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Carlisle to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 12:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, May 17, 2026

6:08 PM → 8:43 PM
2h 35m • 1 change
6:51 PM → 9:43 PM
2h 51m • 1 change
8:07 PM → 10:57 PM
2h 50m • 1 change
9:26 PM → 12:06 AM
Arrives next day
2h 40m • 1 change

Departing Monday, May 18, 2026

7:03 AM → 9:21 AM
2h 18m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:43 AM
2h 35m • 1 change
9:10 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 33m • 1 change
10:07 AM → 12:43 PM
2h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, May 19, 2026

2:54 AM → 6:01 AM
3h 7m • 1 change
7:03 AM → 9:21 AM
2h 18m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:43 AM
2h 35m • 1 change
9:10 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, May 20, 2026

2:54 AM → 6:01 AM
3h 7m • 1 change
7:03 AM → 9:21 AM
2h 18m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:43 AM
2h 35m • 1 change
9:10 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 33m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Runcorn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Runcorn.

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Runcorn, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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