What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Wem via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

The distance between Nottingham and Ellesmere is 119 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 4h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Ellesmere bus from?

Nottingham to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Ellesmere train from?

Nottingham to Ellesmere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs £16 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Nottingham to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Nottingham to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Nottingham to Ellesmere train arrive?

Nottingham to Ellesmere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Ellesmere is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Nottingham to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Nottingham to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
4h 8m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
6h 13m
£17–28
Drive 84.9 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Ellesmerecar 84.9 mi
1h 45m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
4h 40m
£37–54

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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