What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N and The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Harbour City via Liverpool South Parkway and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Salford Quays?

The distance between Runcorn and Salford Quays is 39 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 35m and costs £13 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Salford Quays bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Salford Quays train from?

Runcorn to Salford Quays train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.

Where does the Runcorn to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Runcorn to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G station.

Where does the Runcorn to Salford Quays train arrive?

Runcorn to Salford Quays train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Salford Quays is 26 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Runcorn to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3626+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Runcorn to Salford Quays - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Salford Quays by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Harbour Citytram Yellow Line
1h 35m
£13–30
Bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 100
2h 32m
£6–7
Bus, train, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Harbour City Metrolink Stopbus 50 / ...
1h 42m
£9–17
Drive 25.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Salford Quayscar 25.4 mi
33 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Salford Quaystaxi 25.4 mi
33 min
£55–65

Runcorn to Salford Quays by train and tram

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Distance: 39 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Salford Quays, England?

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N and The Trafford Centre Bus Station in around 2h 32m.

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