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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Runcorn via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Brighton to Runcorn?

The distance between Brighton and Runcorn is 235 miles. The road distance is 248.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Brighton to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Runcorn train from?

Brighton to Runcorn train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or fly from Brighton to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £210 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Brighton to Runcorn train arrive?

Brighton to Runcorn train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Runcorn is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Brighton to Runcorn.

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

Book your Brighton to Runcorn train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 1660+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Runcorntrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 59m
£93–161
Drive 247.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Runcorncar 247.2 mi
4h 27m
£62–89
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
5h 27m
£62–206
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
3. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Runcorntrain
6h 23m
£100–217
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
6h 11m
£105–302
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
7h 2m
£78–242
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
6h 12m
£114–245

Brighton to Runcorn by train and foot

189Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Runcorn.

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Distance: 233.3 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Runcorn via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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