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How to get fromEllesmere to Manchesterby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ellesmere to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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  1. Line 501 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Crossroads to Bus Stationbus bus 501
    2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
    2h 45m

  2. Drive 57.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ellesmere to Manchestercar car 57.6 mi
    1h 21m
    £14–21

  3. Line 508 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Crossroads to Railway Stationbus bus 508
    2. Take the train from Wem to Crewetrain train
    3. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2h 56m

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  • Distance: 82.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Ellesmere to Manchester. However, you can take the line 501 bus to Bus Station, walk to Shrewsbury, then take the train to Manchester Piccadilly. Alternatively, you can drive from Ellesmere to Manchester in around 1h 21m.

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