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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 travel 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 R 114, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 114. The average price for this train route is around R 186. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Liverpool to Runcorn?
The average train journey time from Liverpool to Runcorn is 17m, covering a distance of 18 km. The quickest train can get 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:43.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 103To 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 R 103 to R 177 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 R 103, which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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