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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Oxford to Ellesmere?

The distance between Oxford and Ellesmere is 133 miles. The road distance is 129.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Oxford to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Ellesmere bus from?

Oxford to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Ellesmere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Ellesmere is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Oxford to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Oxford to Ellesmere - 3 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Oxford to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxford 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 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 48m
£22–55
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Ellesmerecar 128.6 mi
2h 31m
£32–45

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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