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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Shrewsbury via Swindon and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Melksham to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Melksham and Shrewsbury is 174 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Shrewsbury bus from?

Melksham to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Shrewsbury train from?

Melksham to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Melksham to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Melksham to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Melksham to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Shrewsbury is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Melksham to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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Melksham to Shrewsbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 272 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 46m
£63–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 14m
£24–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
5h 6m
£37–62
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Shrewsburycar 118.7 mi
2h 31m
£30–43
Line 272 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
4h 21m
£47–81

Melksham to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Shrewsbury via Swindon and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 14m.

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