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

The cheapest way to get from Burscough to Rainford Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Burscough to Rainford Station is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £18 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Burscough and Rainford Station?

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 Station?

No, there is no direct train from Burscough to Rainford Station. 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 Station?

The distance between Burscough and Rainford Station is 21 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burscough to Rainford Station without a car is to line 312 bus which takes 1h 22m and costs .

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

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 Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Burscough to Rainford Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Burscough to Rainford Station?

The best way to get from Burscough to Rainford Station is to line 312 bus which takes 1h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Burscough to Rainford Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burscough to Rainford Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burscough to Rainford Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Burscough to Rainford Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Burscough to Rainford Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainford Station?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Burscough to Rainford Station 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 22m
Drive 7.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burscough to Rainford Stationcar 7.3 mi
12 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 Rainford Stationtaxi 7.3 mi
12 min
£18–22

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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