What is the cheapest way to get from Shirley to Alvechurch?

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Alvechurch is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirley to Alvechurch?

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Alvechurch is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £25 - £31.

How far is it from Shirley to Alvechurch?

The distance between Shirley and Alvechurch is 14 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How do I travel from Shirley to Alvechurch without a car?

The best way to get from Shirley to Alvechurch without a car is to line 49 bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Shirley to Alvechurch?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Shirley to Alvechurch, including transfers.

Can I drive from Shirley to Alvechurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Alvechurch is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Shirley to Alvechurch.

Where can I stay near Alvechurch?

There are 3179+ hotels available in Alvechurch.

Shirley to Alvechurch - 4 ways to travel via train, line 49 bus, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shirley to Alvechurch by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 49 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Kings Norton Stationbus 49
2. Take the train from Kings Norton to Alvechurchtrain Birmingham New Street - Redditch / ...
1h 10m
£4–9
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Alvechurchcar 8.9 mi
18 min
£3–4
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Solihull Stationbus 4A / ...
2. Take the train from Solihull to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Alvechurchtrain
1h 29m
£7–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Alvechurchtaxi 8.9 mi
18 min
£25–31

Shirley to Alvechurch by bus and train

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Alvechurch, England?

There is no direct connection from Shirley to Alvechurch. However, you can take the line 49 bus to Kings Norton Station, walk to Kings Norton, then take the train to Alvechurch. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to Alvechurch via Solihull Station, Solihull, Birmingham Moor Street, and Birmingham New Street in around 1h 29m.

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