What is the cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone is to bus and train which costs £11 - £29 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Atherstone via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Atherstone is 88 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

How do I travel from Shrewsbury to Atherstone without a car?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Atherstone train from?

Shrewsbury to Atherstone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Atherstone train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Atherstone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Atherstone is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Shrewsbury to Atherstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Atherstone?

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Where can I stay near Atherstone?

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Shrewsbury to Atherstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Atherstone by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Atherstonetrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
2h 23m
£31–72
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castle Street to Bus Stationbus X10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 5A / ...
3. Take the train from Stafford to Atherstonetrain
3h 33m
£12–29
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Atherstonecar 57.1 mi
1h 3m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nuneatontrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 28m
£26–55

Shrewsbury to Atherstone by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.7 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Atherstone, England?

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Atherstone via Crewe in around 2h 23m.

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