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

The cheapest way to get from London to Shrewsbury is to bus and train which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between London and Shrewsbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between London and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from London to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from London to Shrewsbury?

The distance between London and Shrewsbury is 156 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from London to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Shrewsbury bus from?

London to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Shrewsbury train from?

London to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from London to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from London to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the London to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

London to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the London to Shrewsbury train arrive?

London to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from London to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Shrewsbury is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from London to Shrewsbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Shrewsbury?

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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London to Shrewsbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from London to Shrewsbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 31m
£52–134
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 22m
£28–63
Drive 159.8 mi
1. Drive from London to Shrewsburycar 159.8 mi
2h 52m
£39–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
4h 36m
£86–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 25m
£30–80
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 50m
£31–74

London to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 154.7 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from London Euston to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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