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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to line 61 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Prescot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Runcorn High Street Bus Station station and arriving at Houghton Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Prescot via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Prescot?

The distance between Runcorn and Prescot is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Prescot without a car is to line 61 bus which takes 47 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The line 61 bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Houghton Street takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Prescot bus from?

Runcorn to Prescot bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Runcorn High Street Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Prescot train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Prescot?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Prescot is to line 61 bus which takes 47 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Runcorn to Prescot bus arrive?

Runcorn to Prescot bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Houghton Street station.

Where does the Runcorn to Prescot train arrive?

Runcorn to Prescot train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Prescot is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Runcorn to Prescot.

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

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Runcorn to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 61 bus
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1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Houghton Streetbus 61
47 min
£1–3
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prescottrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
1h 1m
£6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Prescottaxi 8.9 mi
15 min
£40–55
Drive 8.9 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Prescotcar 8.9 mi
15 min
£3–4

Runcorn to Prescot by bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Runcorn High Street Bus Station to Houghton Street hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Prescot via Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 1m.

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