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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury is to bus and train which costs £28 - £60 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Shrewsbury via Victoria station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Gatwick and Shrewsbury is 185 miles. The road distance is 181.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Shrewsbury bus from?

Gatwick to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Shrewsbury train from?

Gatwick to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Gatwick to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Shrewsbury is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Gatwick to Shrewsbury.

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

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Gatwick to Shrewsbury - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Gatwick to Shrewsbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3h 25m
£56–151
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk920
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 9m
£28–59
Drive 180.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Shrewsburycar 180.8 mi
3h 21m
£46–66
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
5h 31m
£82–186
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
5h 18m
£77–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
6h 30m
£31–53
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LGW - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
5h 23m
£81–224
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 44m
£74–194
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 34m
£77–258

Gatwick to Shrewsbury by train and subway

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Shrewsbury via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 30m.

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