Train Runcorn to Carlisle from £60 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Carlisle takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. 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 54m
Duration: 163 mi
Distance: £60
Average price: Hourly
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Runcorn to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, 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 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, April 27, 2026

2:32 PM → 5:03 PM
2h 31m • 1 change
3:31 PM → 6:03 PM
2h 31m • 1 change
4:32 PM → 7:04 PM
2h 32m • 1 change
5:30 PM → 7:59 PM
2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, April 28, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:00 AM
2h 32m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 9:20 AM
2h 29m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 9:59 AM
2h 27m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:00 AM
2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:00 AM
2h 32m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 9:20 AM
2h 29m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 9:59 AM
2h 27m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:00 AM
2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

6:27 AM → 9:00 AM
2h 32m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 9:20 AM
2h 29m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 9:59 AM
2h 27m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 11:00 AM
2h 28m • 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.

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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