The average train between Hull and Runcorn takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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.
Trains run hourly between Hull and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 10:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Hull to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Hull to Runcorn train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Hull and Runcorn is 164.5 km. The road distance is 221 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Hull to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 2h 28m.