What is the cheapest way to get from Burscough to Rainford?

The cheapest way to get from Burscough to Rainford is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burscough to Rainford?

The fastest way to get from Burscough to Rainford is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £19 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Burscough and Rainford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Richmond Avenue and arriving at Witton Way. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Burscough and Rainford?

No, there is no direct train from Burscough to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Burscough Bridge and arriving at Rainford via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Burscough to Rainford?

The distance between Burscough and Rainford is 20 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Burscough to Rainford without a car?

The best way to get from Burscough to Rainford without a car is to line 312 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Burscough to Rainford?

The line 312 bus from Richmond Avenue to Witton Way takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Burscough to Rainford bus from?

Burscough to Rainford bus services, operated by Preston Bus, depart from Richmond Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Burscough to Rainford train from?

Burscough to Rainford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burscough Bridge station.

Train or bus from Burscough to Rainford?

The best way to get from Burscough to Rainford is to line 312 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Burscough to Rainford bus arrive?

Burscough to Rainford bus services, operated by Preston Bus, arrive at Witton Way station.

Where does the Burscough to Rainford train arrive?

Burscough to Rainford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Burscough to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Burscough to Rainford is 8 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Burscough to Rainford.

How do I get a train ticket from Burscough to Rainford?

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Where can I stay near Rainford?

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Burscough to Rainford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 312 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Burscough to Rainford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 312 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Richmond Avenue to Witton Waybus 312
1h 5m
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burscough to Rainfordcar 7.8 mi
13 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Burscough Bridge to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Rainfordtrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 33m
£6–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burscough to Rainfordtaxi 7.8 mi
13 min
£19–23

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Burscough, England and Rainford, England?

Preston Bus operates a bus from Richmond Avenue to Witton Way hourly, and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Burscough Bridge to Rainford via Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 33m.

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