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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Runcorn?

The distance between Sunderland and Runcorn is 195 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn without a car is to line 20 bus and train which takes 4h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Sunderland to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Runcorn bus from?

Sunderland to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Sunderland to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn is to bus via Manchester which takes 6h 44m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Sunderland to Runcorn bus arrive?

Sunderland to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Runcorn is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Sunderland to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2789+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Sunderland to Runcorn - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Runcorn by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 20 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand Dbus 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 50m
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
6h 44m
£20–43
Drive 148 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Runcorncar 148 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
5h 37m
£53–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Runcorn High Street- Stand Bbus 82A
7h 10m
£23–31

Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) flights

18Weekly Planes

4h 51mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sunderland to Runcorn.

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and KLM fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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