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Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £1.20, with average prices for this route around £7.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:14 Runcorn East	06:21 Liverpool Lime Street	1h 7m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:02 Runcorn	06:23 Liverpool Lime Street	21m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:08 Runcorn	06:34 Liverpool Lime Street	26m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:29 Runcorn	06:50 Liverpool Lime Street	21m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:58 Runcorn	07:17 Liverpool Lime Street	19m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:02 Runcorn	07:29 Paris	27m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street train route details

First train

05:14

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Runcorn

Arrival station

Liverpool Lime Street

Journey time

17m

Distance

12 miles

Price

£1.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

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

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 Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street 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 Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
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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