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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Shropshire is to bus and train which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Shropshire is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Shropshire 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 Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Shropshire?

The distance between Cambridge and Shropshire is 180 miles. The road distance is 141.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cambridge to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Shropshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Shropshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Shropshire is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Cambridge to Shropshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Shropshire is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Cambridge to Shropshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Shropshire 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 / ...
4h 11m
£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 37m
£27–63
Drive 140.8 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Shropshirecar 140.8 mi
2h 22m
£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 Shropshire by train and bus

109Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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