What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shropshire is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shropshire is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Reading to Shropshire?

The distance between Reading and Shropshire is 141 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Reading to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shropshire bus from?

Reading to Shropshire bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shropshire train from?

Reading to Shropshire train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Reading to Shropshire is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Shropshire bus arrive?

Reading to Shropshire bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Shropshire train arrive?

Reading to Shropshire train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shropshire is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Reading to Shropshire.

How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Shropshire?

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

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Reading to Shropshire - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Shropshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 7m
£70–111
Drive 136.7 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Shropshirecar 136.7 mi
2h 46m
£34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Worcester Foregate Streettrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 297
5h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
6h 25m
£57–108

Reading to Shropshire by train and bus

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3h 7mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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