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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Launceston is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Westgate Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Okehampton via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Launceston?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Launceston is 252 miles. The road distance is 213 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Shrewsbury to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Launceston?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Launceston is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Launceston is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Shrewsbury to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1331+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 31m
£96–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
10h 49m
£35–62
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Launcestoncar 211.8 mi
4h 23m
£53–76
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 53m
£87–154

Shrewsbury to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 250.6 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Kensey Valley Meadow via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Westgate Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 10h 49m.

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