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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Runcorn is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Runcorn is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Runcorn via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Perth to Runcorn?

The distance between Perth and Runcorn is 328 miles. The road distance is 257.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Runcorn without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 15m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Perth to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Runcorn bus from?

Perth to Runcorn bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Canal Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Runcorn train from?

Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Perth to Runcorn is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 15m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Perth to Runcorn bus arrive?

Perth to Runcorn bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Runcorn train arrive?

Perth to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Runcorn is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Perth to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Perth to Runcorn - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Perth to Runcorn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 15m
£49–195
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street
6h 36m
£37–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationE3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 46m
Drive 256.3 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Runcorn256.3 mi
4h 24m
£64–92
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 25m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Perth to PrestonInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to HuytonBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
7h 54m
£85–110
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 29m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
6h 25m
£80–172

Perth to Runcorn by train and foot

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 326 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Runcorn via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 46m.

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