Trains tickets from Runcorn to Liverpool

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Runcorn
    Departure location: Runcorn
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool South Parkway
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Runcorn
    Departure location: Runcorn
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool South Parkway
    Operated by: West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Runcorn
    Departure location: Runcorn
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool Lime Street
    Operated by: Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Runcorn
    Departure location: Runcorn
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool Lime Street
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Runcorn
    Departure location: Runcorn
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool Lime Street
    Operated by: West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Runcorn to Liverpool.

Bus
Average Price$9 - $12Average Duration55m
0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$7 - $12Average Duration17m
0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Runcorn to Liverpool

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day
17mAverage Duration
$7Cheapest ticket
0kgCO₂ emissions

Train Runcorn to Liverpool: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$12
Average train trip duration17m
Number of daily trains20
Earliest train departure6:58am
Distance12 miles (18 km)
Latest train departure5:12pm

Runcorn to Liverpool Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$6
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$6
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Runcorn to Liverpool was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of $6

To 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 $6 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 $6 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually RDG_WEST_MIDLANDS_TRAINS 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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Runcorn and Liverpool is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Liverpool.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Liverpool, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Runcorn and Liverpool compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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