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Journey Information
There are 114 intercity coaches per day from Liverpool to Runcorn. Traveling by coach from Liverpool to Runcorn usually takes around one hour and 54 minutes, but the fastest Arriva North West Ltd coach can make the trip in just one hour and 21 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (19 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 21m |
| Cheapest price | £4.51 |
| Trips per day | 114 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva North West Ltd |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Liverpool to Runcorn?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Liverpool to Runcorn. Arriva North West Ltd connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva North West Ltd | 114 | 1h 55m | £4.58 |
Book Arriva North West Ltd from Liverpool to Runcorn from £5. There are 114 Arriva North West Ltd schedules from Liverpool to Runcorn and you can expect on average to pay for a Arriva North West Ltd ticket to Runcorn. In Liverpool, Arriva North West Ltd departs to Runcorn from Canning Place and no other station. In Runcorn, Arriva North West Ltd arrives at Halton Lea North Bus Stop and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Arriva North West Ltd from Liverpool to Runcorn takes 1 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Arriva North West Ltd trip will get you to Runcorn in 1 hours and 21 minutes .
On weekends, Arriva North West Ltd offers 110 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Runcorn.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 54 minutes to cover the 12 miles from Liverpool to Runcorn. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 21 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Liverpool to Runcorn, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 114 scheduled coaches that travel from Liverpool to Runcorn every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Liverpool to Runcorn without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Liverpool to Runcorn; ticket prices start at £6.02.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Canning Place
Most coaches depart from the main station in Liverpool.
All coach stations in Liverpool:
Canning Place
Where does the coach arrive in Runcorn?
Main arrival station: Halton Lodge
Coaches arrive in Runcorn at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Runcorn:
Halton Lodge
Halton Lea North Bus Stop
Public Hall St
Murdishaw Cen. Bus Stop
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