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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby to Runcorn is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkby to Runcorn is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby station to Runcorn station. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Kirkby and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Kirkby to Runcorn?

The distance between Kirkby and Runcorn is 21 miles. The road distance is 14.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkby to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Kirkby to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Runcorn bus from?

Kirkby to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Kirkby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Runcorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkby to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Kirkby to Runcorn is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Kirkby to Runcorn bus arrive?

Kirkby to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkby to Runcorn train arrive?

Kirkby to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central station.

Can I drive from Kirkby to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby to Runcorn is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Kirkby to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Kirkby to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkby to Liverpool Centraltrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Liverpool Central
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Runcorntrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
52 min
£9–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
2h 20m
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkby to Runcorntaxi 14.3 mi
16 min
£30–40
Drive 14.3 mi
1. Drive from Kirkby to Runcorncar 14.3 mi
16 min
£4–6

Kirkby to Runcorn by train and foot

416Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Runcorn, England?

You can take a train from Kirkby to Runcorn via Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 20m.

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