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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Southport is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Southport is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Southport. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Duke Street via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Southport. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Southport via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Southport?

The distance between Runcorn and Southport is 32 miles. The road distance is 30.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southport without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £12 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Runcorn to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Southport bus from?

Runcorn to Southport bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Southport train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Southport?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southport is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £12 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Runcorn to Southport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Runcorn to Southport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Runcorn to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Southport is 30 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Runcorn to Southport.

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

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Where can I stay near Southport?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime StreetBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to SouthportLiverpool Central - Southport
1h 23m
£12–20
Bus
cheapest
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 Duke Street47
2h 44m
£5–8
Drive 29.9 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Southport29.9 mi
39 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Southport29.9 mi
39 min
£60–80
Bus via York Road
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 York RoadX2
3h 2m
£5–8

Runcorn to Southport by train and foot

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Southport via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Duke Street via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 44m.

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