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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Plymouth is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Plymouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Runcorn to Plymouth?

The distance between Runcorn and Plymouth is 292 miles. The road distance is 278.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Runcorn to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Plymouth train from?

Runcorn to Plymouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Where does the Runcorn to Plymouth train arrive?

Runcorn to Plymouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Plymouth is 278 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Runcorn to Plymouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1644+ hotels available in Plymouth.

Runcorn to Plymouth - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 57 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Runcorn to Plymouth by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h
£118–209
Drive 276.9 mi
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1. Drive from Runcorn to Plymouthcar 276.9 mi
4h 45m
£69–100
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
5h 46m
£113–275
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Plymouthtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 51m
£125–223
Fly Liverpool to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LPL - NQY
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain
8h 6m
£85–246
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
4. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain
7h 43m
£86–229

Runcorn to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 290.6 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Plymouth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h.

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