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Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn train prices and times

Looking to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £1.20, with average prices for this route around £7.30.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:25 Liverpool Lime Street	05:40 Runcorn	15m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:04 Liverpool Lime Street	06:19 Runcorn	15m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:08 Liverpool Lime Street	06:27 Runcorn	19m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:33 Liverpool Lime Street	06:50 Runcorn	17m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:43 Liverpool Lime Street	07:01 Runcorn	18m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:46 Liverpool Lime Street	07:07 Paris	21m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn train route details

First train

05:25

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Liverpool Lime Street

Arrival station

Runcorn

Journey time

15m

Distance

12 miles

Price

£1.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn from £1.20*

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