What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port is to line 2 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Ellesmere Port?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Halton Lea South and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Runcorn and Ellesmere Port is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port without a car is to line 2 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

The line 2 bus from Halton Lea South to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Ellesmere Port bus from?

Runcorn to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Halton Lea South station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port is to line 2 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Runcorn to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Runcorn to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Runcorn to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Runcorn to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Ellesmere Port is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port?

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Runcorn to Ellesmere Port - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port by bus, train, taxi, car, or foot

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Line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Halton Lea South to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange2 / ...
1h 5m
£2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime StreetCrewe - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Ellesmere PortEllesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
1h 18m
£8–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port14.2 mi
18 min
£30–40
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port14.2 mi
18 min
£4–6
Walk
1. Take the foot from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port13.4 mi
4h 18m

Runcorn to Ellesmere Port by bus

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Halton Lea South to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Ellesmere Port via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 18m.

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