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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Runcorn via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Runcorn?

The distance between Basingstoke and Runcorn is 189 miles. The road distance is 191.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Runcorn train from?

Basingstoke to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or fly from Basingstoke to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £110 - £380 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Runcorn train arrive?

Basingstoke to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Runcorn is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Basingstoke to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2775+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Basingstoke to Runcorn - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Basingstoke to Runcorn by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to RuncornBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 54m
£46–192
Drive 190.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Runcorn190.8 mi
3h 35m
£47–68
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)SOU - LPL
5h 18m
£88–267
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
5h 54m
£119–374
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorn
5h 40m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorn
4h 39m
£80–210

Basingstoke to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, Loganair, and three other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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