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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Kirkby is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Kirkby is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Kirkby via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Runcorn to Kirkby?

The distance between Runcorn and Kirkby is 21 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Runcorn to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Kirkby bus from?

Runcorn to Kirkby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Kirkby train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Kirkby is to train which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 19 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Runcorn to Kirkby bus arrive?

Runcorn to Kirkby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Kirkby train arrive?

Runcorn to Kirkby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Kirkby is 15 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Runcorn to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2499+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Runcorn to Kirkby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Runcorn to Kirkby by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Kirkbytrain Liverpool Central - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
57 min
£8–21
Bus, line 19 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
2h 8m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Kirkbytaxi 14.7 mi
17 min
£30–40
Drive 14.7 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Kirkbycar 14.7 mi
17 min
£4–6

Runcorn to Kirkby by train and foot

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57 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Kirkby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Kirkby Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 8m.

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