What is the cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bryngoleu Terminus via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

The distance between Shrewsbury and South Wales is 128 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

How do I travel from Shrewsbury to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to South Wales is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to South Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to South Wales train arrive?

Shrewsbury to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to South Wales is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Shrewsbury to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Shrewsbury to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 20m
£51–86
Drive 97.4 mi
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1. Drive from Shrewsbury to South Walescar 97.4 mi
2h 21m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
5h 52m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavennytrain
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 76
3. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cwmbachtrain
6h 24m
£55–91

Shrewsbury to South Wales by train

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Distance: 126.9 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bryngoleu Terminus via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 10 in around 5h 52m.

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