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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Runcorn is to bus which costs £11 - £26 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Runcorn is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Leeds to Runcorn?

The distance between Leeds and Runcorn is 91 miles. The road distance is 65.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Leeds to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Runcorn bus from?

Leeds to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Runcorn train from?

Leeds to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Leeds to Runcorn is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Leeds to Runcorn bus arrive?

Leeds to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Leeds to Runcorn train arrive?

Leeds to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Runcorn is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Leeds to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Leeds to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 29m
£26–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Runcorn High Street- Stand Abus X4
4h 37m
£11–26
Drive 65.4 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Runcorncar 65.4 mi
1h 13m
£17–24
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Salford Centraltrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Salford Central Rail Station to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Nbus 100
5h 9m
£20–35

Leeds to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 90.5 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 4h 37m.

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