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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Runcorn is to bus via Duke Street which costs £1 - £3 and takes 2h 45m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Runcorn station. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Road and arriving at Runcorn High Street Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Southport to Runcorn?

The distance between Southport and Runcorn is 32 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Southport to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Runcorn bus from?

Southport to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Liverpool Road station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Runcorn train from?

Southport to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Southport to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Southport to Runcorn is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Southport to Runcorn bus arrive?

Southport to Runcorn bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Runcorn train arrive?

Southport to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Southport to Runcorn?

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

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Southport - Hunts Cross
1h 17m
£17–38
Bus via Duke Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
2h 45m
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Road to Queen Square Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
2h 41m
£4–6
Drive 29.8 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Runcorncar 29.8 mi
39 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Runcorntaxi 29.8 mi
39 min
£60–80

Southport to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkway every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool Road to Runcorn High Street Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 41m.

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