The average train between Runcorn and Durham takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Durham. 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 hourly between Runcorn and Durham. The earliest departure is at 12:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Durham at 12:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Durham. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Runcorn to Durham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Durham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Runcorn to Durham train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Durham is 176.5 km. The road distance is 285 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 42m.