What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Runcorn via Newcastle and Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from South Shields to Runcorn?

The distance between South Shields and Runcorn is 202 miles. The road distance is 155.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Runcorn without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from South Shields to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Runcorn bus from?

South Shields to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Runcorn train from?

South Shields to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from South Shields to Runcorn?

The best way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs and takes 7h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the South Shields to Runcorn bus arrive?

South Shields to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the South Shields to Runcorn train arrive?

South Shields to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Runcorn is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from South Shields to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Runcorn.

South Shields to Runcorn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Interchange Stand F and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Sunderland Interchange, Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

There are 5 ways to get from South Shields to Runcorn by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 31m
£35–143
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
7h 49m
Drive 154.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Runcorn154.3 mi
3h 4m
£38–55
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)NCL - LPL
5h 33m
£57–165
Subway, bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the subway from South Shields to MonumentYel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N100
9h 34m

South Shields to Runcorn by subway and train

126Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–130 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange Stand F to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Sunderland Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 7h 49m.

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