What is the cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

The distance between Shropshire and Bournemouth is 217 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

How do I travel from Shropshire to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Bournemouth bus from?

Shropshire to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Shropshire to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Shropshire to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Shropshire to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Bournemouth is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Shropshire to Bournemouth.

How do I get a bus ticket from Shropshire to Bournemouth?

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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 Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 14m
£111–183
Drive 170.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shropshire to Bournemouthcar 170.2 mi
3h 34m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 12m
£46–113
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
5h 18m
£106–236
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 11m
£78–144

Shropshire to Bournemouth by bus and train

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Shropshire, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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