What is the cheapest way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Cradley Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Cradley Heath. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at Central Market Hall via Colmore Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Shirley and Cradley Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Shirley to Cradley Heath. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Cradley Heath via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

The distance between Shirley and Cradley Heath is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Shirley to Cradley Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £7 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

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

Where do I catch the Shirley to Cradley Heath bus from?

Shirley to Cradley Heath bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Thornyfield Road station.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Cradley Heath train from?

Shirley to Cradley Heath train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

The best way to get from Shirley to Cradley Heath is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Shirley to Cradley Heath bus arrive?

Shirley to Cradley Heath bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Church Centre station.

Where does the Shirley to Cradley Heath train arrive?

Shirley to Cradley Heath train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cradley Heath station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Cradley Heath is 15 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Shirley to Cradley Heath.

How do I get a train ticket from Shirley to Cradley Heath?

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Where can I stay near Cradley Heath?

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Shirley to Cradley Heath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to Cradley Heathtrain Stratford-upon-Avon - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
1h 10m
£7–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Church Centrebus 4A
2. Take the bus from Colmore Row to Central Market Hallbus X10
1h 59m
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Cradley Heathtaxi 15 mi
31 min
£40–50
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Cradley Heathcar 15 mi
31 min
£4–6

Shirley to Cradley Heath by bus and train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Cradley Heath, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Solihull to Cradley Heath hourly. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 40 min. Chiltern Railways also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to Central Market Hall via Church Centre and Colmore Row in around 1h 59m.

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