The average train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Runcorn takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 every 3 hours between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) station and arriving at Runcorn station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Runcorn train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Haymarket station.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Runcorn train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Runcorn is 292.7 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to Runcorn via Haymarket, Haymarket, Preston, and Liverpool Lime Street in around 5h 26m.