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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Ringwood is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Ringwood is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Ringwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Ringwood. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at Meeting House Lane via Solihull Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Shirley and Ringwood?

No, there is no direct train from Shirley to Ringwood. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bournemouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Shirley to Ringwood?

The distance between Shirley and Ringwood is 157 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Ringwood without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Shirley to Ringwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Ringwood bus from?

Shirley to Ringwood bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Ringwood train from?

Shirley to Ringwood train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Shirley to Ringwood?

The best way to get from Shirley to Ringwood is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £150 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Shirley to Ringwood bus arrive?

Shirley to Ringwood bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Shirley to Ringwood train arrive?

Shirley to Ringwood train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Ringwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Ringwood is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Shirley to Ringwood.

Where can I stay near Ringwood?

There are 2431+ hotels available in Ringwood.

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There are 5 ways to get from Shirley to Ringwood by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5h 15m
£69–120
Drive 124.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Ringwoodcar 124.3 mi
2h 51m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus 035
5h 29m
£40–96
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 55m
£103–149
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Solihull to Worcester Foregate Streettrain Dorridge - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain Worcester Foregate Street - Salisbury
7h 21m
£68–151

Shirley to Ringwood by bus and train

110Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to Meeting House Lane via Solihull Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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