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 £19 - £90 and takes 7h 27m.

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 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Mason Street and arriving at Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Sunderland?

The distance between Runcorn and Sunderland is 194 miles. The road distance is 149 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 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m 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 National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Bus or fly from Runcorn to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs £19 - £90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Runcorn to Sunderland bus arrive?

Runcorn to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Sunderland is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Runcorn to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 475+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Runcorn to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Runcorn to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Interchangebus 20 / ...
4h 46m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
7h 27m
£19–88
Drive 148.2 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Sunderlandcar 148.2 mi
3h 2m
£37–54
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 29m
£54–153

Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

9Weekly Planes

4h 16mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Sunderland.

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Mason Street to Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 7h 27m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) once daily.

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