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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Asda via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The distance between Runcorn and Falkirk is 288 miles. The road distance is 223.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Runcorn to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Falkirk bus from?

Runcorn to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Falkirk train from?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train, bus or fly from Runcorn to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Falkirk is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 58m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £210 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk bus arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Falkirk train arrive?

Runcorn to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Falkirk is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Runcorn to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Runcorn to Falkirk - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Runcorn to Falkirk by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£95–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
7h 58m
£41–70
Drive 222.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Falkirkcar 222.4 mi
3h 58m
£55–80
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
4h 53m
£76–202
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 55m
£77–147
Line 61 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Poplar Bankbus 61
2. Take the train from Huyton to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Larberttrain
7h 1m
£42–83
Fly Liverpool to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
5h 47m
£65–199
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 53m
£69–188
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 43m
£59–165

Runcorn to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 286.2 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Asda via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 58m.

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