What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queen Square Bus Station station and arriving at Runcorn High Street Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Runcorn. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Liverpool to Runcorn?

The distance between Liverpool and Runcorn is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.4 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Runcorn without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Runcorn?

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Runcorn bus from?

Liverpool to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Runcorn train from?

Liverpool to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Runcorn is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Liverpool to Runcorn bus arrive?

Liverpool to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Runcorn High Street Bus Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Runcorn train arrive?

Liverpool to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Runcorn station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Runcorn is 14 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Liverpool to Runcorn.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Runcorn?

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Liverpool to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to Runcorn by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to RuncornLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
17 min
£3–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station79C / ...
1h 17m
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Runcorn14.3 mi
20 min
£45–60
Drive 14.3 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Runcorn14.3 mi
20 min
£4–5

Liverpool to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Runcorn, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 17 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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