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 £16 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

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 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 Charlotte Street, The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

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 5h 2m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 Sunderland Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Sunderland to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Runcorn is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 40m.

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 to drive from Sunderland to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2778+ 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

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 D20 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 2m
£36–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station172
6h 26m
£16–41
Drive 148 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Runcorn148 mi
3h
£37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)NCL - LPL
5h 40m
£61–162
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
6h 30m

Sunderland to Runcorn by bus and train

103Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

National Express operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–40 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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