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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Derby to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Derby and Shrewsbury is 84 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Derby to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Shrewsbury is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Derby to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
1h 59m
£37–71
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Shrewsburycar 69.7 mi
1h 16m
£17–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
3h 22m
£32–54
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
2h 35m
£39–60

Derby to Shrewsbury by train

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1h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 1h 59m.

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