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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Drovers Call Care Home and arriving at Bus Station via Rail Station Car Park and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Shrewsbury via Sheffield and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Gainsborough and Shrewsbury is 127 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Shrewsbury bus from?

Gainsborough to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Shrewsbury train from?

Gainsborough to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury is to train via Sheffield which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gainsborough to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Gainsborough to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Shrewsbury is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Shrewsburytrain
3h 47m
£49–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 28m
£30–72
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Shrewsburycar 121.1 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
6h 2m
£66–106

Gainsborough to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Shrewsbury via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drovers Call Care Home to Bus Station via Rail Station Car Park and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 28m.

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