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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Shropshire is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Shropshire is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Scotland to Shropshire?

The distance between Scotland and Shropshire is 279 miles. The road distance is 269.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Scotland to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Shropshire train from?

Scotland to Shropshire train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Scotland to Shropshire train arrive?

Scotland to Shropshire train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Shropshire is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Scotland to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Scotland to Shropshire - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Scotland to Shropshire by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 57m
£102–170
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
4h 49m
£51–130
Drive 268 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Shropshirecar 268 mi
4h 48m
£66–95
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
5h 10m
£58–130
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 45m
£107–185
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
5h 7m
£95–232
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 25m
£96–255
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
6h 15m
£81–191
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
5h 51m
£111–256

Scotland to Shropshire by train and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Scotland and Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Sharpstones Lane Jct via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 4h 57m.

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