What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Runcorn East Station?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Runcorn East via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Runcorn East Station is 223 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station train from?

Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station train arrive?

Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station?

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Where can I stay near Runcorn East Station?

There are 2205+ hotels available in Runcorn East Station.

Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 24m
£79–131
Drive 216.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Runcorn East Stationcar 216.5 mi
4h
£53–77
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Runcorn Easttrain
6h 1m
£64–174
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn Easttrain Manchester Airport - Chester / ...
4h 22m
£88–150
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 52m
£66–174
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
6h
£68–164

Edinburgh to Runcorn East Station by train

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Runcorn East Station, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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