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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Carlisle takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 53m
Duration
163 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Runcorn to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumo2h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast7h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 45m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 28m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Carlisle? 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 162.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Carlisle, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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