What is the travel distance from Runcorn to Liverpool?

Runcorn and Liverpool are 12 miles (19 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Runcorn to Liverpool?

The majority of buses traveling from Runcorn to Liverpool start their journey at Runcorn New Bus Station and wind up at Liverpool Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

Once in Liverpool, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Formby Point, Pier Head, Merseyside Maritime Museum, 20 Forthlin Road - Paul McCartney Home and The Beatles Story.

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Previously seen trips

Next departures for Runcorn to Liverpool on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Runcorn New Bus Station	46m	10:16pm	Liverpool John Lennon LPL Airport	No tags
Bus	10:06pm	Hale Village	10m	10:16pm	Liverpool John Lennon LPL Airport	No tags
Bus	10:13pm	Runcorn South Way	1h 3m	11:16pm	Liverpool John Lennon LPL Airport	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Runcorn New Bus Station	46m	11:16pm	Liverpool John Lennon LPL Airport	No tags
Bus	11:06pm	Hale Village	10m	11:16pm	Liverpool John Lennon LPL Airport	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Runcorn to Liverpool

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

19mAverage Duration

7 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $12	Average Duration13m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $12	Average Duration19m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Runcorn and Liverpool?

Stops in Runcorn

A
Runcorn New Bus Station
Public Hall St, Runcorn, Halton WA7, UK
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Stops in Liverpool

A
Liverpool Airport
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B
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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C
Unviersity
9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
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D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK
E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK
F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK

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Arriva

3.5/5470 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

Based on 470 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the timeliness. Arriva ticket prices on this trip start at $12

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Runcorn to Liverpool by bus

What is the travel distance from Runcorn to Liverpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Runcorn to Liverpool?
What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

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$3

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The cheapest trip from Runcorn to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Runcorn to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $3 to $11 for a bus ticket from Runcorn to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $3 which is on 2025-11-27.