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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Runcorn is to train and bus which costs £29 - £120 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Runcorn?

The distance between Glasgow and Runcorn is 228 miles. The road distance is 217.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £28 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Glasgow to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Runcorn bus from?

Glasgow to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £28 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Glasgow to Runcorn bus arrive?

Glasgow to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Runcorn is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Glasgow to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2760+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Glasgow to Runcorn - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, line 100 bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow 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 Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 47m
£29–126
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
7h 14m
Drive 216.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Runcorn216.5 mi
3h 39m
£53–77
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
4h 27m
£59–178
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime StreetGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station79C / ...
5h
£30–120
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 8m
£62–240
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
4h 42m
£40–138
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
6h 3m
£64–161
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorn
5h 23m
£50–159

Glasgow to Runcorn by train and bus

149Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.1 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay hourly. Tickets cost £26–130 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 7h 14m.

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