Runcorn to Edinburgh Trains

Runcorn to Edinburgh trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Edinburgh takes 3h 58m 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 58m

Duration

263 mi

Distance

£89

Average price

Every 4 hours

Frequency

Runcorn to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Runcorn and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 3:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

6:31 PM → 10:22 PM
3h 50m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

10:00 AM → 2:22 PM
4h 22m • 1 change
12:21 PM → 4:20 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
2:02 PM → 6:19 PM
4h 16m • 1 change
4:02 PM → 8:24 PM
4h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

6:27 AM → 10:19 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 12:20 PM
3h 48m • 1 change
10:32 AM → 2:19 PM
3h 47m • 1 change
12:31 PM → 4:18 PM
3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

6:27 AM → 10:19 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 12:20 PM
3h 48m • 1 change
10:32 AM → 2:19 PM
3h 47m • 1 change
12:31 PM → 4:18 PM
3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

6:27 AM → 10:19 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 12:20 PM
3h 48m • 1 change
10:32 AM → 2:19 PM
3h 47m • 1 change
12:31 PM → 4:18 PM
3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

6:27 AM → 10:19 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 12:20 PM
3h 48m • 1 change
10:32 AM → 2:19 PM
3h 47m • 1 change
12:31 PM → 4:18 PM
3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

6:27 AM → 10:19 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 12:20 PM
3h 48m • 1 change
10:32 AM → 2:19 PM
3h 47m • 1 change
12:31 PM → 4:18 PM
3h 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.

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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