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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Runcorn is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Runcorn is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Beechwood. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Runcorn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Chester to Runcorn?

The distance between Chester and Runcorn is 14 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £10.

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

The train from Chester to Runcorn takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chester to Runcorn bus from?

Chester to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Runcorn train from?

Chester to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Chester to Runcorn is to train which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Chester to Runcorn bus arrive?

Chester to Runcorn bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Beechwood station.

Where does the Chester to Runcorn train arrive?

Chester to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Runcorn station.

Can I drive from Chester to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Runcorn is 17 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Chester to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2722+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

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

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Chester to Runcorn by train

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Runcorn hourly. Tickets cost £3–10 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Beechwood hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 48 min. Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire also services this route hourly.

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