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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Loughborough is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Loughborough is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Milton Rd and arriving at Loughborough The Rushes via Alton Towers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Tamworth High Level and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Loughborough?

The distance between Runcorn and Loughborough is 111 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Loughborough without a car is to train via Tamworth which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Runcorn to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Loughborough bus from?

Runcorn to Loughborough bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Liverpool Milton Rd station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Loughborough is to train via Tamworth which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Runcorn to Loughborough bus arrive?

Runcorn to Loughborough bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Where does the Runcorn to Loughborough train arrive?

Runcorn to Loughborough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Tamworth station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Loughborough is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Runcorn to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Loughborough.

Runcorn to Loughborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Tamworth
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Tamworthtrain
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Loughborough (Leics)train
2h 26m
£35–125
Drive 85.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Loughboroughcar 85.9 mi
1h 50m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Milton Rd to Alton Towersbus
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Loughborough The Rushesbus
4h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 15m
£24–50
Train #2
1. Take the train from Warrington Central to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 21m
£22–102

Runcorn to Loughborough by train

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Loughborough.

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Distance: 110.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Loughborough, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Loughborough (Leics) via Tamworth High Level and Derby in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool Milton Rd to Loughborough The Rushes via Alton Towers in around 4h 25m.

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