What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Shirley?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Shirley is to bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Shirley?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Shirley is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Shirley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thornyfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Bristol to Shirley?

The distance between Bristol and Shirley is 99 miles. The road distance is 84 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Shirley without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Shirley without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 17m and costs £50 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Shirley?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Bristol to Shirley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shirley bus from?

Bristol to Shirley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Shirley bus arrive?

Bristol to Shirley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Shirley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Shirley is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Bristol to Shirley.

Where can I stay near Shirley?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Shirley.

Bristol to Shirley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Shirley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Allison Street to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A
2h 17m
£51–71
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Church Centre to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A
3h 1m
£13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A
2h 49m
£19–43
Drive 83.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Shirleycar 83.5 mi
1h 41m
£21–30

Bristol to Shirley by train, foot, and bus

210Weekly Services

2h 17mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Shirley, Solihull, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Thornyfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station in around 2h 49m.

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