What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Shrewsbury via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Ambleside and Shrewsbury is 139 miles. The road distance is 137.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ambleside to Shrewsbury without a car?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Shrewsbury train from?

Ambleside to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Ambleside to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Ambleside to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Shrewsbury is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Ambleside to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 929+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Ambleside to Shrewsbury - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 555 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambleside to Shrewsbury by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 56m
£50–88
Drive 137.1 mi
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1. Drive from Ambleside to Shrewsburycar 137.1 mi
2h 44m
£34–48
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
5h 12m
£56–106
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Piccadillytrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 24m
£58–108

Ambleside to Shrewsbury by bus and train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Shrewsbury via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, and Crewe in around 4h 56m.

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