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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Runcorn is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Runcorn via West Ham station, London Marylebone, Birmingham Moor Street and Smethwick Galton Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Basildon to Runcorn?

The distance between Basildon and Runcorn is 208 miles. The road distance is 216.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Basildon to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Runcorn train from?

Basildon to Runcorn train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from London Marylebone station.

Train or fly from Basildon to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Basildon to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £230 - £700 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Basildon to Runcorn train arrive?

Basildon to Runcorn train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Runcorn is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Basildon to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2855+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Basildon to Runcorn - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Basildon to Runcorn by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Runcorntrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 46m
£72–130
Drive 215.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Runcorncar 215.1 mi
3h 41m
£53–77
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
5h 42m
£233–678
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
2. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 55m
£92–196
Fly London Stansted Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
6h 32m
£72–152
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
5h 40m
£89–278
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
7h 7m
£194–603

Basildon to Runcorn by train, foot, and bus

189Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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