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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Rainford is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Rainford is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Rainford?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Green Oaks and arriving at Whalley Avenue via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Rainford?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Rainford via Liverpool Central and Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Rainford?

The distance between Runcorn and Rainford is 14 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Rainford without a car is to line 30 bus and bus which takes 1h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Runcorn to Rainford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Rainford bus from?

Runcorn to Rainford bus services, operated by Metro Network, depart from Green Oaks station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Rainford train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Rainford?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Rainford is to line 30 bus and bus which takes 1h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Runcorn to Rainford bus arrive?

Runcorn to Rainford bus services, operated by Metro Network, arrive at Chalon Way West station.

Where does the Runcorn to Rainford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Runcorn to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Rainford is 14 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Runcorn to Rainford.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainford?

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Runcorn to Rainford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Rainford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 30 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Green Oaks to Chalon Way Westbus 30
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Whalley Avenuebus 38A / ...
1h 21m
Drive 13.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Rainfordcar 13.9 mi
21 min
£4–5
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to St Helens Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to The Avenuebus 38A / ...
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Rainfordtaxi 13.9 mi
21 min
£30–40
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Liverpool Central - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
2h 5m
£10–25

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Distance: 14.1 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Green Oaks to Whalley Avenue via Chalon Way West in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Rainford via Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool Central, and Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane in around 2h 5m.

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