What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Sunderland Interchange and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Runcorn via Newcastle and Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from South Shields to Runcorn?

The distance between South Shields and Runcorn is 202 miles. The road distance is 155.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Runcorn without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Runcorn?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from South Shields to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Runcorn bus from?

South Shields to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Runcorn train from?

South Shields to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from South Shields to Runcorn?

The best way to get from South Shields to Runcorn is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £190 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the South Shields to Runcorn bus arrive?

South Shields to Runcorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the South Shields to Runcorn train arrive?

South Shields to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Runcorn is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from South Shields to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2888+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Runcorn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 34m
£57–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930 / ...
8h 26m
£23–35
Drive 154.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Runcorncar 154.3 mi
3h 5m
£38–55
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
6h 2m
£80–189

South Shields to Runcorn by subway and train

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One twice daily. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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