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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Edge Hill Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Sunderland?

The distance between Runcorn and Sunderland is 194 miles. The road distance is 154.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland without a car is to train and line 20 bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Runcorn to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Sunderland bus from?

Runcorn to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edge Hill Station.

Bus or fly from Runcorn to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £230 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Runcorn to Sunderland bus arrive?

Runcorn to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Sunderland is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Runcorn to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1734+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Sunderland 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, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to DurhamLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland Interchange20 / ...
4h 58m
£37–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edge Hill Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk072
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk073 / ...
6h 36m
£13–34
Drive 153.3 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Sunderland153.3 mi
2h 48m
£39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)LPL - NCL
4h 57m
£66–230
Bus, line 100 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G110
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to The Trafford Centre Bus Station100
3. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Charlotte Street250 / ...
4. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172
7h 6m

Runcorn to Sunderland by train and bus

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4h 58mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Sunderland Interchange via Edge Hill Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) once daily.

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