4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Runcorn to Liverpool
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
S$9
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
S$10
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
25 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
25 m
Trains on 14 Oct
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Runcorn to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Runcorn to Liverpool will cost around S$10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$9.
On Wed, 14 Oct, we found 3 trains from Runcorn to Liverpool, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
8:09 AM0h25Runcorn8:34 AMLiverpoolS$91One-way0 changes- 6:09 AM0h25Runcorn6:34 AMLiverpoolS$101One-way0 changes
- 10:09 AM0h25Runcorn10:34 AMLiverpoolS$101One-way0 changes
- 8:09 AM0h25Runcorn8:34 AMLiverpoolS$91One-way0 changes
- 6:09 AM0h25Runcorn6:34 AMLiverpoolS$101One-way0 changes
- 10:09 AM0h25Runcorn10:34 AMLiverpoolS$101One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Runcorn to Liverpool
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Trains from Runcorn to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 19m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price S$8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Runcorn to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Runcorn to Liverpool trains for today, Tuesday, 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C17785 | On time 6:02 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h21 | 6:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38469 | 6:09 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h24 | 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17825 | 6:29 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h21 | 6:50 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17901 | On time 6:58 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h19 | 7:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38472 | On time 7:02 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h26 | 7:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17864 | 7:22 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h22 | 7:44 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38476 | 8:09 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h25 | 8:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17849 | 8:23 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h19 | 8:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W33969 | 8:45 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h19 | 9:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17777 | 8:58 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h19 | 9:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33883 | 9:03 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h20 | 9:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38480 | 9:09 AM Runcorn station (RUN) | 0h25 | 9:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Runcorn to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Runcorn to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Runcorn and Liverpool
Most Runcorn to Liverpool trains use the Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Runcorn and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Runcorn station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
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.
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 Mossley Hill from Liverpool city centre
Mossley Hill is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Mossley Hill train station facilities and services
Mossley Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mossley Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mossley Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mossley Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Mossley Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mossley Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Access to platforms down a long slope with no rest platforms but the station is fully accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular trains to and from Liverpool and Runcorn
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