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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Shropshire is to line 1 bus and line 2 bus and bus which costs £4 - £10 and takes 5h 1m.

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 Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

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 52m.

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 52m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m 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 Arriva UK, depart from Railway 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 52m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 2 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £10 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

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 938+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and car

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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 52m
£23–44
Line 1 bus, line 2 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5
5h 1m
£4–9
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
3h 7m
£20–35
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

Ellesmere Port to Shropshire by train and bus

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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