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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Charlotte Street, The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Runcorn via Darlington and Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Runcorn?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Runcorn is 144 miles. The road distance is 129.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 52m and costs £28 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Runcorn bus from?

Middlesbrough to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Runcorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 52m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 250 bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Runcorn bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Runcorn is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Middlesbrough to Runcorn.

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

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Middlesbrough to Runcorn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 250 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Runcorn by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford RoadRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 52m
£28–133
Bus, line 250 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Station172
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to The Trafford Centre Bus Station250
3. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
4. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Runcorn High Street- Stand A110
5h 28m
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Runcorn128.6 mi
2h 24m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h
£35–127
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
5h 45m

Middlesbrough to Runcorn by train and bus

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.5 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £24–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, The Trafford Centre Bus Station, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 5h 28m.

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