What is the cheapest way to get from Balsall Common to Shirley?

The cheapest way to get from Balsall Common to Shirley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balsall Common to Shirley?

The fastest way to get from Balsall Common to Shirley is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £27 - £33.

Is there a direct bus between Balsall Common and Shirley?

No, there is no direct bus from Balsall Common to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Balsall Common Island and arriving at Thornyfield Road via Solihull Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Balsall Common to Shirley?

The distance between Balsall Common and Shirley is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

How do I travel from Balsall Common to Shirley without a car?

The best way to get from Balsall Common to Shirley without a car is to bus which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Balsall Common to Shirley?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Balsall Common to Shirley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balsall Common to Shirley bus from?

Balsall Common to Shirley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from Balsall Common Island station.

Where does the Balsall Common to Shirley bus arrive?

Balsall Common to Shirley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Solihull Town Centre station.

Can I drive from Balsall Common to Shirley?

Yes, the driving distance between Balsall Common to Shirley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Balsall Common to Shirley.

Where can I stay near Shirley?

There are 3707+ hotels available in Shirley.

Balsall Common to Shirley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Balsall Common to Shirley by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Balsall Common Island to Solihull Town Centrebus 87 / ...
2. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A / ...
34 min
£5–6
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balsall Common to Shirleycar 9.6 mi
19 min
£3–4
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berkswell to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Solihulltrain
3. Take the bus from Solihull Station to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A / ...
58 min
£8–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balsall Common to Shirleytaxi 9.6 mi
19 min
£27–33

Balsall Common to Shirley by bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Balsall Common, England and Shirley, Solihull, England?

You can take a bus from Balsall Common Island to Thornyfield Road via Solihull Town Centre in around 34 min.

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