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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Runcorn is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Runcorn via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Runcorn?

The distance between Falkirk and Runcorn is 288 miles. The road distance is 223.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £40 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Falkirk to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Runcorn bus from?

Falkirk to Runcorn bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Runcorn train from?

Falkirk to Runcorn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Runcorn is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £40 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 42m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £210 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Falkirk to Runcorn bus arrive?

Falkirk to Runcorn bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Runcorn is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Falkirk to Runcorn.

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

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Falkirk to Runcorn - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Falkirk to Runcorn by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Haymarket to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 15m
£44–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 42m
Drive 222.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Runcorn222.1 mi
3h 55m
£56–81
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 33m
£81–206
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to PrestonInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 43m
£74–110
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime StreetEdinburgh - Liverpool Lime Street
8h 51m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
5h 33m
£73–169
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 18m
£89–167
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 28m
£78–165
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
6h 55m
£84–198

Falkirk to Runcorn by train

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–150 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 42m.

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