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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Birmingham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Birmingham is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St James Church and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Shirley to Birmingham?

The distance between Shirley and Birmingham is 8 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Birmingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Shirley to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Birmingham bus from?

Shirley to Birmingham bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from St James Church station.

Where does the Shirley to Birmingham bus arrive?

Shirley to Birmingham bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Birmingham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Shirley to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3345+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Shirley to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 bus, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Solihull Stationbus 4A / ...
2. Take the train from Solihull to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
27 min
£4–9
Line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St James Church to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 6 / ...
38 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Birminghamtaxi 7.9 mi
18 min
£23–28
Drive 7.9 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Birminghamcar 7.9 mi
18 min
£2–3

Shirley to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

NX West Midlands operates a bus from St James Church to Birmingham Coach Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 38 min.

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