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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Runcorn is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Runcorn is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Runcorn via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Oxford to Runcorn?

The distance between Oxford and Runcorn is 146 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £22 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Oxford to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Runcorn bus from?

Oxford to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Runcorn train from?

Oxford to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Oxford to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h and costs £22 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £80 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Oxford to Runcorn bus arrive?

Oxford to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Oxford to Runcorn train arrive?

Oxford to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Runcorn is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Oxford to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2784+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h
£23–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 550 / ...
6h 4m
£24–78
Drive 148 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Runcorncar 148 mi
2h 56m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to High Streetbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Runcorntrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 52m
£48–146

Oxford to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 4m.

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