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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Grahamston Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Liverpool Lime Street, Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The distance between Runcorn and Falkirk is 262 miles. The road distance is 223.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £40 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Runcorn to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Falkirk train from?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £40 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 19m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk bus arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk train arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Falkirk is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Runcorn to Falkirk.

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

Book your Runcorn to Falkirk train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 839+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Runcorn to Falkirk - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Runcorn to Falkirk by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 44m
£44–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
7h 19m
Drive 222.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Falkirk222.4 mi
3h 55m
£55–79
Fly Liverpool to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
4h 39m
£71–165
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 Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
10h 15m
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
4h 51m
£74–210
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 52m
£56–193
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4h 50m
£47–183
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 31m
£84–207

Runcorn to Falkirk by train

103Weekly Trains

5h 44mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Falkirk.

Launch map view

Distance: 260.9 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Falkirk Grahamston via Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, and Haymarket in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Grahamston Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.