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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Shrewsbury via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Essex to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Essex and Shrewsbury is 200 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Essex to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Shrewsbury bus from?

Essex to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Shrewsbury train from?

Essex to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Essex to Shrewsbury is to train via London which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Essex to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Essex to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Essex to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Essex to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Shrewsbury is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Essex to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3h 54m
£71–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 23m
£41–94
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
7h 33m
£53–109
Drive 177.5 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Shrewsburycar 177.5 mi
3h 14m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 41m
£101–173

Essex to Shrewsbury by train and bus

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from White Notley to Shrewsbury via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 23m.

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