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 £30 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

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 Mason Street and arriving at Sutton Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 Liverpool, Liverpool One 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 40m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £240 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Runcorn to Durham bus arrive?

Runcorn to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Runcorn to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1739+ hotels available in Durham.

Runcorn to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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 40m
£60–121
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 Sutton Streetbus 177
6h 38m
£32–79
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
5h 3m
£64–233

Runcorn to Durham by train

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Sutton Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 38m.

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