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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Birkdale is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Birkdale is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Birkdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Birkdale. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Selworthy Road via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Birkdale?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Birkdale. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Hillside via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Birkdale?

The distance between Runcorn and Birkdale is 30 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Birkdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Runcorn to Birkdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Birkdale bus from?

Runcorn to Birkdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Birkdale train from?

Runcorn to Birkdale train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Birkdale?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Birkdale is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Runcorn to Birkdale bus arrive?

Runcorn to Birkdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Birkdale train arrive?

Runcorn to Birkdale train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Hillside station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Birkdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Birkdale is 29 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Runcorn to Birkdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkdale?

There are 1989+ hotels available in Birkdale.

Runcorn to Birkdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Runcorn to Birkdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Hillsidetrain Hunts Cross - Southport
1h 9m
£15–34
Bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 79C
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Selworthy Roadbus 47
2h 47m
£2–3
Drive 28.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Birkdalecar 28.4 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Birkdaletaxi 28.4 mi
36 min
£60–75

Runcorn to Birkdale by train

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Birkdale, Sefton, England?

Merseyrail operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Hillside every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £13–28 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Selworthy Road via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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