The average train between Runcorn and York takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 12:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:10 PM which arrives into York at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to York. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at York station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Runcorn to York train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to York train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at York station.
Book your Runcorn to York train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and York is 128.4 km. The road distance is 180 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to York hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 52m.