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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Runcorn is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Runcorn is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Runcorn via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Burnley to Runcorn?

The distance between Burnley and Runcorn is 97 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Burnley to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Runcorn bus from?

Burnley to Runcorn bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Runcorn train from?

Burnley to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Burnley to Runcorn is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Burnley to Runcorn bus arrive?

Burnley to Runcorn bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Runcorn train arrive?

Burnley to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Runcorn is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Burnley to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Burnley to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 100 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorn
2h 38m
£35–101
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Runcorn47.4 mi
1h 3m
£12–18
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
4h 19m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Runcorn47.4 mi
1h 3m
£100–120

Burnley to Runcorn by train

126Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.2 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Runcorn via Preston and Crewe in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 4h 19m.

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