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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £6 - £17 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Shrewsbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Shrewsbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Shrewsbury. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Newtown to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Newtown and Shrewsbury is 34 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23.

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

The train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsbury takes 36 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Shrewsbury bus from?

Newtown to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Shrewsbury train from?

Newtown to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Train or bus from Newtown to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Newtown to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Newtown to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Newtown to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Newtown to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newtown to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Shrewsbury is 32 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Newtown to Shrewsbury.

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

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Newtown to Shrewsbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Newtown to Shrewsbury by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
36 min
£13–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
1h 29m
£6–17
Drive 32.2 mi
1. Drive from Newtown to Shrewsburycar 32.2 mi
44 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newtown to Shrewsburytaxi 32.2 mi
44 min
£65–85

Newtown to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Shrewsbury, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsbury every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Celtic Travel operates a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Station every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 29m. Two other operators also service this route.

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