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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Runcorn is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Runcorn is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Runcorn via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Runcorn?

The distance between Plymouth and Runcorn is 292 miles. The road distance is 278.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £140 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Plymouth to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Runcorn train from?

Plymouth to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Where does the Plymouth to Runcorn train arrive?

Plymouth to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Runcorn is 278 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Plymouth to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Runcorn.

Plymouth to Runcorn - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Runcorn by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 17m
£141–228
Drive 276.4 mi
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1. Drive from Plymouth to Runcorncar 276.4 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Train to Exeter, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EXT - LPL
7h 9m
£103–225
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Plymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
8h 18m
£135–247
Train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
6h 2m
£116–261
Train to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Plymouth to St Austelltrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NQY - LPL
8h 27m
£97–247
Train, bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to St Austelltrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Westbourne Terracebus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
4. Take the train from Crewe to Runcorntrain
7h 34m
£95–223

Plymouth to Runcorn by train

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 17m.

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