Runcorn to Leeds by train

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Overview: trains from Runcorn to Leeds

Find the key information for travelling by train from Runcorn to Leeds, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:43 View journey
Last train 23:56 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 90
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey €36.79 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 32m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Runcorn to Leeds

Ready to book a trip from Runcorn to Leeds by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of a train ticket between Runcorn and Leeds

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €36.79. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Runcorn to Leeds daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Leeds on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 33 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:43: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:56: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:57: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:41: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 28 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Runcorn to Leeds?

On this route spanning 90 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 36 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Runcorn and Leeds?

You can secure tickets for travel between Runcorn and Leeds up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Further insights on trains from Runcorn to Leeds

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Leeds city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Runcorn to Leeds

Want to know more about your journey from Runcorn to Leeds? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Runcorn and Leeds covers 90 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.