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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £90.

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 4h 31m.

How far is it from Brighton to Runcorn?

The distance between Brighton and Runcorn is 235 miles. The road distance is 248.2 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 4h 31m and costs £35 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Brighton to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Runcorn bus from?

Brighton to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Runcorn train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Brighton to Runcorn is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £35 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 8h 13m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Brighton to Runcorn bus arrive?

Brighton to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

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 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Brighton to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2748+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Brighton to Runcorn - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via South Terminal Coach Station, Newhall St and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

There are 9 ways to get from Brighton to Runcorn by train, bus, 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 IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to RuncornLondon Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 31m
£37–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A
8h 13m
£25–46
Drive 246.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Runcorn246.7 mi
4h 25m
£62–89
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
5h 59m
£71–169
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to North Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Wolverhampton Bus Station210
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
8h 33m
£75–102
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
6h 46m
£255–527
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorn
6h 29m
£94–311
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LGW - MAN
7h 10m
£79–258
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
6h 22m
£98–226

Brighton to Runcorn by train and foot

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4h 31mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.3 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via South Terminal Coach Station, Newhall St, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 8h 13m.

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