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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Blackpool is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Blackpool is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Queen Square Bus Station and Aintree Festival Zone Package. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Blackpool North via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Blackpool?

The distance between Runcorn and Blackpool is 66 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Runcorn to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Blackpool bus from?

Runcorn to Blackpool bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Blackpool train from?

Runcorn to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Blackpool is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £26 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Runcorn to Blackpool bus arrive?

Runcorn to Blackpool bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Blackpool train arrive?

Runcorn to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Blackpool is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Runcorn to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Runcorn to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North
2h 15m
£12–39
Line 61 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Poplar Bankbus 61
2. Take the train from Huyton to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
3h 10m
£14–32
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Blackpoolcar 50.4 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Blackpooltaxi 50.4 mi
1h 11m
£110–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 79C
2. Take the bus from Aintree Festival Zone Package to National Express Coach Facilitybus Gn1
4h 23m
£19–26

Runcorn to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 65.2 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £7–27 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to National Express Coach Facility via Queen Square Bus Station, Aintree Station, and Aintree Festival Zone Package in around 4h 23m.

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