What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire is to bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Chester Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Shrewsbury via Hooton and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Shropshire is 54 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £24 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Shropshire train from?

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Shropshire train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Shropshire is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 924+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2h 45m
£24–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 511 / ...
5h 10m
£6–9
Drive 50.8 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Shropshirecar 50.8 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Shropshiretaxi 50.8 mi
1h 3m
£100–130
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitby Park to Railway Stationbus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2h 46m
£20–35

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire by train and bus

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Shropshire, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Chester Bus Interchange and Bus Station in around 5h 10m.

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