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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Runcorn is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Runcorn via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Stirling to Runcorn?

The distance between Stirling and Runcorn is 258 miles. The road distance is 233.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Stirling to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Runcorn bus from?

Stirling to Runcorn bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Runcorn train from?

Stirling to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Stirling to Runcorn is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Stirling to Runcorn bus arrive?

Stirling to Runcorn bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Runcorn train arrive?

Stirling to Runcorn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Runcorn is 234 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Stirling to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Stirling to Runcorn - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Stirling to Runcorn 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
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen StreetAlloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 5m
£31–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 11m
£45–75
Drive 232.5 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Runcorn232.5 mi
3h 52m
£58–84
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
5h 50m
£73–155
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Stirling to HaymarketDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 29m
£51–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station79C / ...
6h 52m
£73–104
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 33m
£84–196
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 34m
£92–162
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 46m
£80–151

Stirling to Runcorn by train, foot, and bus

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Runcorn, England?

You can take a train from Stirling to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, Warrington Bank Quay Station, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 11m.

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