The average train between Perth and Runcorn takes 6h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 Perth and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 6h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Runcorn station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.
Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Perth to Runcorn train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Runcorn is 342.5 km. The road distance is 470 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Runcorn via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Frodsham in around 6h 34m.