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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Shrewsbury via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Bristol to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Bristol and Shrewsbury is 133 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shrewsbury train from?

Bristol to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Bristol to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Bristol to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Shrewsbury is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bristol to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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

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Train via Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Wolverhamptontrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 38m
£53–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
4h 25m
£21–36
Drive 103.2 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Shrewsburycar 103.2 mi
2h 23m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 43m
£39–70

Bristol to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 131.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Shrewsbury via Wolverhampton in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 25m.

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