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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Burnley is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Burnley is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Edge Hill Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Burnley?

The distance between Runcorn and Burnley is 97 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Runcorn to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Burnley bus from?

Runcorn to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Burnley train from?

Runcorn to Burnley train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Burnley?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Burnley is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Runcorn to Burnley bus arrive?

Runcorn to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Edge Hill Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Burnley train arrive?

Runcorn to Burnley train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Burnley is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Runcorn to Burnley.

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

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Runcorn to Burnley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Burnley Manchester Road
2h 55m
£37–109
Drive 47.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Burnley47.1 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Edge Hill Station79C
2. Take the bus from Edge Hill Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics InstituteX43
4h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Burnley47.1 mi
1h 2m
£95–120
Line 100 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Shudehill Interchange100
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics InstituteX43
4h 46m

Runcorn to Burnley by train

133Weekly Trains

2h 55mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.2 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Mechanics Institute via Edge Hill Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 27m.

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