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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Edinburgh is 275 miles. The road distance is 262.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Edinburgh train from?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Edinburgh is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh.

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

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Shrewsbury to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 6m
£93–171
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 51m
£56–158
Drive 261.4 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Edinburghcar 261.4 mi
5h 1m
£64–92
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 5m
£58–133
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh
5h 34m
£100–181
Train, train to Liverpool, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 6m
£83–209
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
6h 17m
£89–198

Shrewsbury to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 273.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe in around 5h 6m.

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