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 £55 - £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 £55 - £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 8h 45m.

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 Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The distance between Runcorn and Falkirk is 288 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 21m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m 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 Arriva North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Falkirk train from?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train, bus or fly from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk bus arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk train arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket 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?

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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 Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 21m
£57–180
Drive 222.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Falkirk222.4 mi
3h 55m
£55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Liverpool, Liverpool One82A / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
8h 45m
Fly Liverpool to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
5h 6m
£74–158
Line 61 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Poplar Bank61
2. Take the train from Huyton to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Stirling
8h 19m
£84–184
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h 28m
£77–193
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Wolverhampton
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 8m
£78–156
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Wolverhampton
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 6m
£69–146
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 46m
£86–182

Runcorn to Falkirk by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 286.2 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 3h 7m. 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 8h 45m.

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