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 £17 - £50 and takes 5h 48m.

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 Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

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 42m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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 Bee Network, depart from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N station.

Bus or fly from Runcorn to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Sunderland is to bus which takes 5h 48m and costs £17 - £50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Runcorn to Sunderland bus arrive?

Runcorn to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 1816+ 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

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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 42m
£32–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 48m
£17–50
Drive 148.2 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Sunderlandcar 148.2 mi
3h 2m
£36–51
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
4h 57m
£51–131
Line 100 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Shudehill Interchangebus 100
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
7h 13m

Runcorn to Sunderland by train and bus

121Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) once daily.

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