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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Railway Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Shrewsbury via Huddersfield and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Darlington to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Darlington and Shrewsbury is 175 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Huddersfield which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Darlington to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Shrewsbury bus from?

Darlington to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darlington station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Shrewsbury train from?

Darlington to Shrewsbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Darlington to Shrewsbury is to train via Huddersfield which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Darlington to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Darlington to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Darlington to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Darlington to Shrewsbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Shrewsbury is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Darlington to Shrewsbury.

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

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Train via Huddersfield
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
4h 5m
£53–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus
3. Take the bus from bus station to Railway Stationbus 64
7h 48m
£19–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£37–61
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Shrewsburycar 166.6 mi
3h 25m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 23m
£56–93

Darlington to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Shrewsbury via Huddersfield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darlington to Railway Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and bus station in around 7h 48m.

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