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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Edinburgh and Shrewsbury is 275 miles. The road distance is 263.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Shrewsbury train from?

Edinburgh to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Edinburgh to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Shrewsbury is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 939+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Edinburgh to Shrewsbury - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Shrewsbury by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 24m
£83–166
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
4h 45m
£58–130
Drive 261.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Shrewsburycar 261.7 mi
5h 2m
£64–93
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£106–181
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
6h 30m
£78–212
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
5h 24m
£58–168
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
6h 11m
£92–200

Edinburgh to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 273.4 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Shrewsbury via Crewe in around 4h 24m.

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