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Get from London to Runcorn
The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Runcorn by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from London to Runcorn?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Runcorn start at $59. The average price for this train route is around $258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Runcorn?
The average train trip from London to Runcorn takes 2h 2m and covers 268 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the London to Runcorn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Runcorn?
The earliest train from London to Runcorn departs at 7:41am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from London to Runcorn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Runcorn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Runcorn was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Runcorn, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $563 for a train ticket from London to Runcorn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-12.
