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Get from London to Runcorn
The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $42. The average price for this train route is around $183. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Runcorn?
The average train ride duration from London to Runcorn is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 167 miles (268 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the London to Runcorn route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Runcorn?
The earliest train departs from London to Runcorn at 7:41am. And 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 most timely service from London to Runcorn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $45To 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 $45 to $399 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 $45 which is on 2025-12-12.
