What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness is to train and bus which costs £50 - £160 and takes 11h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 6h 23m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Upper Foyers Shop via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station and Academy Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

The distance between Runcorn and Loch Ness is 468 miles. The road distance is 352.5 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Loch Ness without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 53m and costs £95 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

It takes approximately 10h 53m to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Loch Ness bus from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 53m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Runcorn to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Runcorn to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Loch Ness is 353 miles. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Runcorn to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Runcorn to Loch Ness - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
10h 53m
£95–219
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow CentralLiverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Station915
11h 33m
£53–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
11h 28m
Drive 350.5 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Fort Augustus350.5 mi
6h 23m
£86–124
Fly Manchester Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, line 302 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Upper Foyers Shop
7h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
12h 18m
£74–114
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
8h 54m
£60–207
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train, line 302 bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewe
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Upper Foyers Shop
9h 38m

Runcorn to Loch Ness by train and bus

42Weekly Services

10h 53mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Loch Ness.

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Distance: 465.3 mi
Duration: 10h 53m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Loch Ness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Achnahannet Farm via Crewe, Haymarket, Inverness, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 10h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Upper Foyers Shop via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Academy Street in around 11h 28m.

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