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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Liverpool South Parkway | Runcorn | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Liverpool South Parkway | Runcorn | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Runcorn | No tags | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Runcorn | No tags | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Runcorn | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Liverpool to Runcorn
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Runcorn. The journey takes about 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Liverpool to Runcorn by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Liverpool to Runcorn?
The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Runcorn start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $16. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Liverpool to Runcorn?
The average train trip from Liverpool to Runcorn takes 17m and covers 18 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Liverpool to Runcorn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Liverpool to Runcorn?
The earliest train from Liverpool to Runcorn departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Liverpool to Runcorn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Liverpool to Runcorn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Liverpool to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Liverpool to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Runcorn was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Liverpool to Runcorn, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $16 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Runcorn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2026-02-04.
