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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Durham is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Durham. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Durham. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Durham via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Durham?

The distance between Runcorn and Durham is 178 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Runcorn to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Durham bus from?

Runcorn to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Durham train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Runcorn to Durham?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Durham is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Runcorn to Durham bus arrive?

Runcorn to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sutton Street station.

Where does the Runcorn to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Runcorn to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Durham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Runcorn to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Durham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 42m
£49–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
5h 18m
£24–44
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Durhamcar 136.4 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
4h 59m
£74–162

Runcorn to Durham by train

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Street 6 times a week. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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