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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Essex is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Essex. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at White Notley via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Essex?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Essex is 200 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Shrewsbury to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Essex bus from?

Shrewsbury to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Essex?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Essex is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Essex bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Essex train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Essex train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Essex is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Shrewsbury to Essex.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
4h 34m
£71–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
7h 38m
£40–93
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Stationbus 777
7h 6m
£53–104
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Essexcar 177.1 mi
3h 14m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 25m
£103–172

Shrewsbury to Essex by train and bus

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to White Notley via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Polecat Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 38m.

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