The average train between Scarborough and Runcorn takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Scarborough to Runcorn. 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 Scarborough and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Huddersfield and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough to Runcorn? 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 Scarborough to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Runcorn station via Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Scarborough to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Scarborough to Runcorn train tickets online with TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Scarborough and Runcorn is 185 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Runcorn via Huddersfield and Liverpool Lime Street in around 3h 42m.