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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Shropshire is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Shropshire is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Derby to Shropshire?

The distance between Derby and Shropshire is 88 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Shropshire without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Derby to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Shropshire train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Shropshire is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Derby to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 939+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Shropshire 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 / ...
2h 34m
£38–74
Drive 69.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Shropshirecar 69.9 mi
1h 14m
£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 / ...
3h 9m
£40–63

Derby to Shropshire by train and bus

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2h 34mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Sharpstones Lane Jct via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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