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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 | Runcorn | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Runcorn | Liverpool South Parkway | No tags | ||||
| Train | Runcorn | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Runcorn | Liverpool South Parkway | No tags | ||||
| Train | Runcorn | Liverpool South Parkway | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Runcorn to Liverpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Runcorn to Liverpool 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 Runcorn to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Runcorn to Liverpool start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Runcorn to Liverpool?
The average train ride duration from Runcorn to Liverpool is 19m, covering a distance of 11 miles (18 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators service the Runcorn to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Runcorn to Liverpool?
The earliest train departs from Runcorn to Liverpool at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Runcorn to Liverpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Runcorn to Liverpool?
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 most timely service from Runcorn to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Runcorn to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, 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 Runcorn to Liverpool was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Runcorn to Liverpool, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $7 to $11 for a train ticket from Runcorn to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Runcorn to Liverpool?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Runcorn and Liverpool is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $12 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $7. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Liverpool, choose the train, as it will take you from Runcorn to Liverpool in about 14m - that's the fastest way to get there!
