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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Newtown is to bus which costs £6 - £16 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Newtown is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Newtown (Powys). Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Newtown?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Newtown is 34 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23.

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

The train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys) takes 36 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Newtown bus from?

Shrewsbury to Newtown bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Newtown?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Newtown is to train which takes 36 min and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £16 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Newtown bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Newtown bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Newtown train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Newtown train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newtown (Powys) station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Newtown is 32 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Shrewsbury to Newtown.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
36 min
£13–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
1h 40m
£6–16
Drive 32.1 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Newtowncar 32.1 mi
43 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shrewsbury to Newtowntaxi 32.1 mi
43 min
£65–85

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys) every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Celtic Travel operates a bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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