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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Skegness is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 9h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Skegness via Birmingham New Street and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Skegness?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Skegness is 181 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Skegness without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Shrewsbury to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Skegness?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Skegness is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Skegness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Skegness is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Shrewsbury to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
5h 41m
£84–141
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 151
9h 24m
£34–81
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Skegnesscar 159.3 mi
3h 7m
£39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
6h 35m
£83–132

Shrewsbury to Skegness by train

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Skegness via Birmingham New Street and Nottingham in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lumley Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 24m.

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