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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury is to bus and train which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Cambridge and Shrewsbury is 180 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Shrewsbury bus from?

Cambridge to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Cambridge to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Shrewsbury is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cambridge to Shrewsbury.

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

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

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Cambridge to Shrewsbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Shrewsbury 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 / ...
3h 52m
£89–144
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk083
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 3m
£26–60
Drive 140.6 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Shrewsburycar 140.6 mi
2h 24m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 40m
£31–74

Cambridge to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 178.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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