What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn is to line 2 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Runcorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Whitby Park and arriving at Halton Lea South. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Runcorn is 17 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn without a car is to line 2 bus which takes 50 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

The line 2 bus from Whitby Park to Halton Lea South takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Runcorn bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Whitby Park station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Runcorn train from?

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ellesmere Port station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn is to line 2 bus which takes 50 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Runcorn bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Halton Lea South station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Runcorn train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central Loop Line station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Runcorn is 14 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn?

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Ellesmere Port to Runcorn - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Whitby Park to Halton Lea South2 / ...
50 min
£2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Central Loop LineEllesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to RuncornLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 17m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn13.8 mi
17 min
£30–40
Drive 13.8 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn13.8 mi
17 min
£4–5
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Halton Lea South2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Halton Lea South to Runcorn High Street- Stand C79C / ...
1h 10m
£4–6

Ellesmere Port to Runcorn by bus

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Runcorn, England?

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Whitby Park to Halton Lea South hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Runcorn via Liverpool Central Loop Line and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 17m.

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