| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:01 | |
| Departure station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Arrival station | Runcorn | |
| Journey time | From 2h 23m | |
| Distance | 168 miles (271 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from London Liverpool Street to Runcorn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 12 minutes to travel the 168 miles (271 km) from London Liverpool Street to Runcorn by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Chiltern Railways to Runcorn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Runcorn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Runcorn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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