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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Shrewsbury is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Plymouth and Shrewsbury is 260 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Plymouth to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Shrewsbury train from?

Plymouth to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Where does the Plymouth to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Plymouth to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Shrewsbury is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Plymouth to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 929+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Plymouth to Shrewsbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 42m
£133–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk087
2. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham New Street - Shrewsbury
8h 24m
£40–79
Drive 214.7 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Shrewsburycar 214.7 mi
4h 17m
£52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
6h 12m
£121–235
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
6h 54m
£113–219

Plymouth to Shrewsbury by train

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 258.6 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Plymouth to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 42m.

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