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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Shrewsbury via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Shrewsbury is 262 miles. The road distance is 190.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury bus from?

Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury train from?

Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 945+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 58m
£124–203
Drive 189.4 mi
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1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Shrewsburycar 189.4 mi
4h 28m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
10h 12m
£47–111
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
8h 32m
£110–213

Ilfracombe to Shrewsbury by bus and train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.2 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Shrewsbury via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Bus Station via Queen Street, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 12m.

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