The average train between Perth and Runcorn takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. 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 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 37m. 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 Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.
Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Perth to Runcorn train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 5 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Runcorn is 342.5 km. The road distance is 472 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Runcorn via Edinburgh Waverley, Preston, and Liverpool Lime Street in around 6h 37m.