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The average train between Runcorn and Edinburgh takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 57m
Duration
263 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 41m
£62–147

Runcorn to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Runcorn and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 3:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsCaledonian Sleeper4h 29m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 51m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Edinburgh? 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 263.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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