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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Runcorn and Liverpool. The average train journey from Runcorn to Liverpool takes 28 minutes, but some West Midlands Railway train trips are as short as 19 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (19 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 19m |
| Lowest price | £6.11 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Runcorn to Liverpool?
There are 4 train lines with service from Runcorn to Liverpool. West Midlands Railway is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 3 | 0h 20m | £7.05 |
| Northern Rail | 3 | 0h 57m | £9.57 |
| Transport For Wales | 2 | 0h 26m | £6.11 |
| West Midlands Railway | 7 | 0h 20m | £7.15 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Transport for Wales is a trusted provider of passenger rail travel in Wales and the border region with England. Popular trips include Chester to Church Stretton, Caldicot to Cardiff Central station, and Manchester to London. Passengers onboard can enjoy complimentary WiFi and various options for onboard meals, from either a café car or at-seat trolley service for snacks, sodas, and hot drinks.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Runcorn to Liverpool start from £7, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 West Midlands Railway schedules to Liverpool. West Midlands Railway in Runcorn leaves from Runcorn Train Station . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool Lime Street Station .
From Runcorn to Liverpool train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 0 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Liverpool faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Runcorn to Liverpool tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Runcorn at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 08:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 12 of these are direct connections to Liverpool. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Liverpool to Runcorn.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Runcorn?
Main departure station: Runcorn Train Station
There are two stations in Runcorn where you can board the train to Liverpool.
All train stations in Runcorn:
Runcorn Train Station
Runcorn East Station
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
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Main arrival station: Liverpool Lime Street Station
Liverpool's main rail terminus, Lime Street Station, was opened in 1836, making it the oldest operating mainline rail station in the world. It receives regular services from London via TransPennine Express. Local Merseyrail services arrive and depart from under the main station concourse. Here you'll find several stores and restaurants, as well as coffee shops such as Starbucks, restrooms, and luggage lockers. Long-distance National Express and Megabus coaches depart from the coach station at Liverpool One shopping mall, a six-minute walk away.
Train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Roby Station
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