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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Shropshire is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Shropshire is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Shrewsbury via Huddersfield and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Darlington to Shropshire?

The distance between Darlington and Shropshire is 175 miles. The road distance is 171.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Shropshire without a car is to train via Huddersfield which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Darlington to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Shropshire bus from?

Darlington to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Shropshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Darlington to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Darlington to Shropshire is to train via Huddersfield which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Darlington to Shropshire bus arrive?

Darlington to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Shropshire is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Darlington to Shropshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

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Darlington to Shropshire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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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 57m
£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 Collegebus 64
8h 30m
£19–29
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 59m
£40–64
Drive 170.7 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Shropshirecar 170.7 mi
3h 27m
£43–62
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 / ...
5h 9m
£57–96

Darlington to Shropshire by train and bus

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Distance: 174 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Bus Station via Huddersfield, Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 59m.

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