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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Shropshire is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Shropshire is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Shropshire 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 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Shrewsbury via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Shropshire?

The distance between Ipswich and Shropshire is 228 miles. The road distance is 194.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shropshire without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Ipswich to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shropshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shropshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shropshire is to train via London which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Ipswich to Shropshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Shropshire is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ipswich to Shropshire.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ipswich to Shropshire?

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

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Ipswich to Shropshire - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Shropshire 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4h 43m
£79–180
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
9h 10m
£39–67
Drive 193.4 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Shropshirecar 193.4 mi
3h 11m
£48–69
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 21m
£99–169

Ipswich to Shropshire by train, foot, subway, and bus

144Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Bus Station via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Bus Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 10m.

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