What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Rainhill?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Rainhill Interchange via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Rainhill?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Rainhill. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Rainhill is 27 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

The train from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill takes 54 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Rainhill bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Rainhill bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Rainhill train from?

Ellesmere Port to Rainhill train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ellesmere Port station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill is to train which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Rainhill bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Rainhill bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Rainhill train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Rainhill train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central Loop Line station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Rainhill is 21 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill?

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Where can I stay near Rainhill?

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Ellesmere Port to Rainhill - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Rainhilltrain Ellesmere Port - Liverpool Lime Street
54 min
£8–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Rainhill Interchangebus 10A
1h 59m
£5–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool James Streettrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the bus from North John Street to Rainhill Interchangebus 10A
1h 38m
£9–18
Drive 20.5 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Rainhillcar 20.5 mi
23 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Rainhilltaxi 20.5 mi
23 min
£90–120
Train via Liverpool Central Loop Line
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Central Loop Linetrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Rainhilltrain Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 38m
£10–21

Ellesmere Port to Rainhill by train

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Rainhill, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Ellesmere Port to Rainhill 6 times a week. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Rainhill Interchange via Queen Square and Queen Square Bus Station in around 1h 59m.

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