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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Runcorn is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Runcorn is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Runcorn via Huddersfield and Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Runcorn?

The distance between Wakefield and Runcorn is 84 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Wakefield to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Runcorn train from?

Wakefield to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Huddersfield station.

Where does the Wakefield to Runcorn train arrive?

Wakefield to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Runcorn is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Wakefield to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Wakefield to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, line 268 bus, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Runcorn by train, bus, or car

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 Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 19m
£29–55
Drive 64.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Runcorncar 64.4 mi
1h 21m
£17–24
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Leeds - Chester
5h 21m
£29–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Runcorn High Street- Stand Abus 110
2h 50m
£22–39

Wakefield to Runcorn by train

120Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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