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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Runcorn is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Runcorn is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Runcorn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Runcorn?

The distance between Birmingham and Runcorn is 75 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £55.

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Runcorn bus from?

Birmingham to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Runcorn train from?

Birmingham to Runcorn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Runcorn is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Birmingham to Runcorn bus arrive?

Birmingham to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Warrington Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Runcorn is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Birmingham to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2771+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Birmingham to Runcorn - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Runcorn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to RuncornBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 23m
£14–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Warrington InterchangeUk021
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Runcorn High Street- Stand A110
2h 43m
£9–14
Drive 80.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Runcorn80.5 mi
1h 35m
£20–29

Birmingham to Runcorn by train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.5 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £14–55 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 2h 43m.

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