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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Shrewsbury via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Bolton to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Bolton and Shrewsbury is 75 miles. The road distance is 74.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Shrewsbury bus from?

Bolton to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Shrewsbury train from?

Bolton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Bolton to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Bolton to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Bolton to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Bolton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Shrewsbury is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bolton to Shrewsbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Shrewsbury?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Shrewsbury?

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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There are 3 ways to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 16m
£29–53
Drive 73.7 mi
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1. Drive from Bolton to Shrewsburycar 73.7 mi
1h 37m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to bus stationbus 424
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 64
5h

Bolton to Shrewsbury by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.1 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Shrewsbury via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Station via bus station in around 5h.

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