The average train between Runcorn and Leeds takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 12:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Leeds at 11:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Leeds station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Runcorn to Leeds train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Leeds train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Runcorn to Leeds train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Leeds is 93.1 km. The road distance is 139 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £26–50 and the journey takes 1h 24m.