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 £20 - £55 and takes 6h 39m.

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 Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Shudehill Interchange and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

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 £27 - £140.

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 FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Sunderland to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn is to bus and line 100 bus which takes 6h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £180 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Sunderland to Runcorn bus arrive?

Sunderland to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 516+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Runcorn by bus, train, 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.

Line 20 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station Stand Dbus 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 50m
£28–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
6h 39m
£20–51
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Nbus 100
6h 16m
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
£52–172

Sunderland to Runcorn by bus and train

121Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and KLM fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) twice daily.

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