What is the cheapest way to get from London to Bishop's Castle?

The cheapest way to get from London to Bishop's Castle is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Bishop's Castle?

The fastest way to get from London to Bishop's Castle is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between London and Bishop's Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Bishop's Castle. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Salop Street Jct via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between London and Bishop's Castle?

No, there is no direct train from London to Bishop's Castle. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Craven Arms via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from London to Bishop's Castle?

The distance between London and Bishop's Castle is 186 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

How do I travel from London to Bishop's Castle without a car?

The best way to get from London to Bishop's Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from London to Bishop's Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from London to Bishop's Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Bishop's Castle bus from?

London to Bishop's Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Bishop's Castle train from?

London to Bishop's Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London to Bishop's Castle?

The best way to get from London to Bishop's Castle is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the London to Bishop's Castle bus arrive?

London to Bishop's Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the London to Bishop's Castle train arrive?

London to Bishop's Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from London to Bishop's Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Bishop's Castle is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from London to Bishop's Castle.

Where can I stay near Bishop's Castle?

There are 700+ hotels available in Bishop's Castle.

London to Bishop's Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from London to Bishop's Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salop Street Jctbus 553
4h 29m
Drive 167.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Bishop's Castlecar 167.2 mi
3h 16m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salop Street Jctbus 553
6h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven Armstrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 3m
£82–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salop Street Jctbus 553
7h 39m

London to Bishop's Castle by train and bus

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between London, England and Bishop's Castle, England?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Boars Head PH via Newport (S Wales), Craven Arms, and Railway Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Salop Street Jct via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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