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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Runcorn. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Runcorn?

The distance between Birkenhead and Runcorn is 13 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Runcorn bus from?

Birkenhead to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Runcorn train from?

Birkenhead to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn is to train which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Birkenhead to Runcorn bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Runcorn High Street- Stand A station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Runcorn train arrive?

Birkenhead to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Runcorn station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Runcorn is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Birkenhead to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Birkenhead to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead to Runcorn by train, bus, taxi, or car

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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best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to RuncornLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
17 min
£3–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Runcorn High Street- Stand AX4
52 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Runcorn17.2 mi
26 min
£35–50
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Runcorn17.2 mi
26 min
£5–6

Birkenhead to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 17 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Runcorn High Street- Stand A every 3 hours. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 52 min.

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