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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to line 61 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Prescot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Irwell Street/the Bridge and arriving at Houghton Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Prescot via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Runcorn to Prescot?

The distance between Runcorn and Prescot is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Prescot without a car is to line 61 bus which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The line 61 bus from Irwell Street/the Bridge to Houghton Street takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Prescot bus from?

Runcorn to Prescot bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Irwell Street/the Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Prescot train from?

Runcorn to Prescot train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Prescot?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to line 61 bus which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h.

Where does the Runcorn to Prescot bus arrive?

Runcorn to Prescot bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Houghton Street station.

Where does the Runcorn to Prescot train arrive?

Runcorn to Prescot train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Prescot is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Runcorn to Prescot.

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

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Runcorn to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 61 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Irwell Street/the Bridge to Houghton Street61
42 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime StreetCrewe - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrescotLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
1h
£9–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Prescot8.9 mi
15 min
£21–26
Drive 8.9 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Prescot8.9 mi
15 min
£3–4

Runcorn to Prescot by bus

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Arriva North West operates a bus from Irwell Street/the Bridge to Houghton Street hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Prescot via Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h.

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