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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Shrewsbury via Moorgate station, London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Ipswich and Shrewsbury is 262 miles. The road distance is 194.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 21m and costs £90 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Ipswich to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shrewsbury bus from?

Ipswich to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shrewsbury train from?

Ipswich to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shrewsbury is to train via London which takes 4h 21m and costs £90 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Ipswich to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Shrewsbury is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Ipswich to Shrewsbury.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4h 21m
£93–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 55m
£46–110
Drive 193.2 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Shrewsburycar 193.2 mi
3h 12m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 1m
£116–194

Ipswich to Shrewsbury by train, foot, and subway

203Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Shrewsbury via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Crewe in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Bus Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 55m.

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