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Trip Overview

The average train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Runcorn takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.

3h 52m
Duration
195 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Newcastle upon Tyne to Runcorn train times

Trains run hourly between Newcastle upon Tyne and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Newcastle upon Tyne is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast8h 38m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains3h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains3h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressWest Midlands Trains3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 43m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.

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  • Distance: 195.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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