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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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 34m and costs £28 - £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 Bath Abbey, Bus Station, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

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 47m.

How far is it from Melksham to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Melksham and Shrewsbury is 174 miles. The road distance is 118.6 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 via Swindon which takes 3h 47m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m 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 via Swindon which takes 3h 47m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 12m.

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 34m to drive from Melksham to Shrewsbury.

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

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Melksham to Shrewsbury - 5 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, car, and bus

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Train via Swindon
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 47m
£69–128
Drive 117.9 mi
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1. Drive from Melksham to Shrewsburycar 117.9 mi
2h 34m
£29–42
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stnbus 19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsburytrain
6h 30m
£65–104
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 48m
£55–101
Bus
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 12m
£32–77

Melksham to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 12m.

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