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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Runcorn
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
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Average price
$-0
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
292 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Runcorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast trains
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06:52AM3h34
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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Runcorn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Runcorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a bus costs an average of €68.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Edinburgh to Runcorn train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Runcorn trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:52 AM Edinburgh | 3h34 | 10:26 AM Runcorn | 2 transfers | |
| 6:52 AM Edinburgh | 3h50 | 10:42 AM Runcorn | 1 transfer | |
| 8:53 AM Edinburgh | 3h33 | 12:26 PM Runcorn | 2 transfers | |
| 8:53 AM Edinburgh | 3h49 | 12:42 PM Runcorn | 1 transfer | |
| 10:52 AM Edinburgh | 3h34 | 2:26 PM Runcorn | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Runcorn
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Trains from Edinburgh to Runcorn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 20:11 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh to Runcorn trainsAvanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Runcorn from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$115 (€94)
first_transpennine_express frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Runcorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Runcorn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Runcorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Edinburgh to Runcorn is 181 miles (292 km).
The first train from Edinburgh to Runcorn leaves at 5:40 AM.
The last train from Edinburgh to Runcorn leaves at 8:11 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Runcorn.
A day or two is typically sufficient to explore Runcorn, covering its key attractions such as the Runcorn Hill Park, the Brindley Theatre, and the Silver Jubilee Bridge.
There is no high speed train available from Edinburgh to Runcorn.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Runcorn is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 3m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Runcorn.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Runcorn offers a mix of scenic views, including the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and parts of the English countryside, providing travelers with glimpses of rolling hills, charming villages, and expansive fields.
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh to Runcorn can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $32 (€26), while the average price is around $86 (€70).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn is by train, with a cost of around $32 (€26).
The train from Edinburgh to Runcorn takes 4h 3m and runs 3 per day.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Runcorn is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), which connects to Runcorn station (RUN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Edinburgh to Runcorn.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Runcorn
Edinburgh
Runcorn
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your trip from Edinburgh to Runcorn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Runcorn is Runcorn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Runcorn for your journey to Runcorn from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 (Platform 2)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to Car Park 1 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Runcorn
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the turning circle adjacent to the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Manchester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Located outside the ticket office on the wall
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Runcorn East
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are From the ticket office walk up the steps apx 50m to main road. or Take footbridge by station entrance, walk apx 75m.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The bus stops on Barnfield Avenue nearest to the station car park. Towards Manchester, wait at the bus stop on the same side of the road as the car park. Towards Chester, wait at the bus stop on the opposite side of the road as the car park.
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