What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Shropshire?

The distance between Bournemouth and Shropshire is 217 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Shropshire train from?

Bournemouth to Shropshire train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Shropshire train arrive?

Bournemouth to Shropshire train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Shropshire is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Bournemouth to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 1129+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Bournemouth to Shropshire - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Shropshire by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 25m
£107–168
Drive 171.1 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Shropshirecar 171.1 mi
3h 36m
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 13m
£106–241
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 3m
£77–144

Bournemouth to Shropshire by train and bus

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.9 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 4h 25m.

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