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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Runcorn is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Runcorn via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Runcorn?

The distance between Reading and Runcorn is 174 miles. The road distance is 175.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Reading to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Runcorn train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Runcorn is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Reading to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2852+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Reading to Runcorn - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Runcorn by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 27m
£65–123
Drive 174.3 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Runcorncar 174.3 mi
3h 29m
£43–62
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
5h 21m
£115–502
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
6h 11m
£85–188
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
5h 4m
£75–295
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
5h 53m
£91–263

Reading to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 27m.

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