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London to Runcorn train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Runcorn, starting from £10.25 and averaging £22.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 55m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From £14.00
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    From £10.25
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    From £14.00
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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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23:30
London Euston
06:57+1
Runcorn
7h 27m, No directAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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London to Runcorn train route details

First train
First train
00:39
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Runcorn
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
169 miles
Price
Price
£10.25*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Runcorn

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London and Runcorn, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

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 London to Runcorn can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

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 London 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

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 London to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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