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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £16 - £45 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Runcorn via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Runcorn?

The distance between Edinburgh and Runcorn is 265 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Runcorn bus from?

Edinburgh to Runcorn bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Runcorn train from?

Edinburgh to Runcorn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Runcorn bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Runcorn bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Runcorn train arrive?

Edinburgh to Runcorn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Runcorn is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2749+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 52m
£36–165
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
10h
£16–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 46m
£42–77
Drive 214.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn214.2 mi
3h 55m
£53–77
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 9m
£66–184
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 20m
£28–129
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 10m
£78–148
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
6h 45m
£74–172

Edinburgh to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 263.3 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Runcorn, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–150 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 46m.

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