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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Somerset is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Birmingham Coach Station and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Somerset?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Somerset is 186 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Somerset without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 35m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Shrewsbury to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Somerset?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Somerset is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 35m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Somerset is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Shrewsbury to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 809+ hotels available in Somerset.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 35m
£84–145
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 Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 52m
£29–66
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Somersetcar 137.6 mi
2h 56m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h
£68–128

Shrewsbury to Somerset by train and bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 5h 52m.

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