The average train between Lincoln and Runcorn takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 every 3 hours between Lincoln and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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.
No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Runcorn station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Lincoln to Runcorn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Runcorn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Lincoln to Runcorn train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Lincoln and Runcorn is 146.4 km. The road distance is 197 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Lincoln Central to Crewe every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 3h 4m.