What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £18 - £29 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

The distance between Cambridge and Ellesmere is 199 miles. The road distance is 155.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Ellesmere bus from?

Cambridge to Ellesmere bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Ellesmere train from?

Cambridge to Ellesmere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Cambridge to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Cambridge to Ellesmere bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cambridge to Ellesmere train arrive?

Cambridge to Ellesmere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Ellesmere is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cambridge to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 819+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cambridge to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 32m
£73–124
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 3m
£18–29
Drive 154.6 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Ellesmerecar 154.6 mi
2h 42m
£39–56

Cambridge to Ellesmere by train and bus

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Watergate Street via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and The Gateway in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Watergate Street via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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