The average train between Runcorn and Wakefield takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Wakefield. 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 Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Runcorn to Wakefield? 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 Runcorn to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Huddersfield station via Huddersfield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Runcorn to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Wakefield is 90 km. The road distance is 104 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfield hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 1h 3m.