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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Runcorn
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 18
19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
19 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Runcorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Runcorn will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Liverpool to Runcorn, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:44 AM0h19Liverpool8:03 AMRuncorn€51One-way0 transfers- 2:47 PM0h19Liverpool3:06 PMRuncorn€61One-way0 transfers
- 3:47 PM0h19Liverpool4:06 PMRuncorn€81One-way0 transfers
- 7:44 AM0h19Liverpool8:03 AMRuncorn€51One-way0 transfers
- 3:47 PM0h19Liverpool4:06 PMRuncorn€81One-way0 transfers
- 2:47 PM0h19Liverpool3:06 PMRuncorn€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Runcorn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Runcorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 18 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€6 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Runcorn:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Runcorn costing on average €6.
Other travel options to Runcorn take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 21m.
Live departures
Liverpool to Runcorn train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Runcorn trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:44 AM Liverpool | 0h19 | 8:03 AM Runcorn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Runcorn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Runcorn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 18m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Runcorn trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Runcorn from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Runcorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Runcorn
Most Liverpool to Runcorn trains use the Liverpool South Parkway to Runcorn station pair, with some services arriving at Runcorn East. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Runcorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Kirkdale from Liverpool city centre
Kirkdale is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Kirkdale train station facilities and services
Kirkdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkdale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Runcorn station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Runcorn from Runcorn city centre
Runcorn train station facilities and services
Runcorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Runcorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Runcorn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Runcorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Runcorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Runcorn: 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.
Getting to Runcorn East from Runcorn city centre
Runcorn East is 4 km from Runcorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Runcorn East train station facilities and services
Runcorn East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Runcorn East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Runcorn East: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Runcorn East: 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.
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