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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Darlington is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Darlington via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Darlington?

The distance between Runcorn and Darlington is 156 miles. The road distance is 120.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Runcorn to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Darlington bus from?

Runcorn to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Darlington train from?

Runcorn to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Darlington?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Darlington is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Runcorn to Darlington bus arrive?

Runcorn to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Darlington train arrive?

Runcorn to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Darlington is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Runcorn to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1298+ hotels available in Darlington.

Runcorn to Darlington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 24m
£33–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
6h 16m
£18–51
Drive 119.8 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Darlingtoncar 119.8 mi
2h 29m
£29–42
Line 100 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Shudehill Interchangebus 100
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Darlingtonbus Uk073
6h 48m

Runcorn to Darlington by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £28–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Dolphin Centre via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 16m.

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