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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Runcorn is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Runcorn is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Darlington to Runcorn?

The distance between Darlington and Runcorn is 156 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Darlington to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Runcorn bus from?

Darlington to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Runcorn train from?

Darlington to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Darlington to Runcorn is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Darlington to Runcorn bus arrive?

Darlington to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Runcorn train arrive?

Darlington to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Runcorn is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Darlington to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 51m
£54–99
Bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Nbus 100
5h 51m
£13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
5h 43m
£26–62
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Runcorncar 119.5 mi
2h 28m
£30–42

Darlington to Runcorn by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Darlington to Runcorn.

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 5h 43m.

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