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 6m.

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 and line 20 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs £6 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m 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 North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where does the Runcorn to Kirkby bus arrive?

Runcorn to Kirkby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Queen Square Bus 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.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2345+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Runcorn to Kirkby - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Kirkby by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime StreetRugby - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Elstead Road20X / ...
1h 5m
£7–15
Drive 14.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Kirkby14.7 mi
17 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Kirkby14.7 mi
17 min
£30–40
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime StreetRugby - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station19 / ...
1h 9m
£7–15
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Station79C / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station19 / ...
2h 6m
£5–7

Runcorn to Kirkby by train and bus

372Weekly Services

1h 5mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Kirkby Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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