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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Runcorn is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Runcorn via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Colchester to Runcorn?

The distance between Colchester and Runcorn is 235 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Colchester to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Runcorn bus from?

Colchester to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Runcorn train from?

Colchester to Runcorn train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Colchester to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Colchester to Runcorn bus arrive?

Colchester to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Runcorn train arrive?

Colchester to Runcorn train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Runcorn is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Colchester to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Colchester to Runcorn - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Colchester 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 Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Runcorntrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 30m
£87–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Warrington Interchangebus
8h 52m
£33–70
Drive 212.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Runcorncar 212.4 mi
4h 32m
£52–75
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
5h 39m
£54–204
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
8h 7m
£108–190
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
5h 54m
£257–605
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
5h 55m
£109–313
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
7h 28m
£61–240

Colchester to Runcorn by train, foot, and subway

190Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Runcorn.

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Distance: 233.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Runcorn via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Coach Station, Finchley Road Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 8h 52m.

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