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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shropshire is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shropshire is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Shrewsbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shropshire?

The distance between Manchester and Shropshire is 64 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Manchester to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shropshire bus from?

Manchester to Shropshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shropshire train from?

Manchester to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shropshire is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Shropshire bus arrive?

Manchester to Shropshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Manchester to Shropshire train arrive?

Manchester to Shropshire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shropshire is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Manchester to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 929+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Shropshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 44m
£27–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 64
4h 15m
£7–10
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shropshirecar 69.5 mi
1h 42m
£18–25

Manchester to Shropshire by train and bus

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.2 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station via bus station in around 4h 15m.

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