What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Bus Station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Shrewsbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Shropshire is 65 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £24 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Shropshire bus from?

Greater Manchester to Shropshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Shropshire train from?

Greater Manchester to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Shropshire is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Shropshire bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Shropshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Shropshire train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Shropshire is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Greater Manchester to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 942+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Greater Manchester to Shropshire - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 34m
£25–40
Drive 69.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Shropshirecar 69.2 mi
1h 33m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 64
4h 15m

Greater Manchester to Shropshire by bus and train

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Distance: 65 mi
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What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Shropshire, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester to Bus Station via bus station in around 4h 15m.

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