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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Shrewsbury is to bus and train which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Shrewsbury via London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Purley to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Purley and Shrewsbury is 173 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Purley to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Shrewsbury bus from?

Purley to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Shrewsbury train from?

Purley to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Purley to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Purley to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Purley to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Purley to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Purley to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Shrewsbury is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Purley to Shrewsbury.

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

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Purley to Shrewsbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Shrewsbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3h 31m
£57–146
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk020 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 35m
£33–71
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Shrewsburycar 173.8 mi
3h 19m
£43–62
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 45m
£92–319
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 43m
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
6h 52m
£85–204

Purley to Shrewsbury by train and foot

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Shrewsbury via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 43m.

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