What is the cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Chester and Hooton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Shropshire and Ellesmere Port is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

How do I travel from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £23 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Ellesmere Port bus from?

Shropshire to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Shropshire to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Shropshire to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shropshire to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Shropshire to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Ellesmere Port is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

There are 2825+ hotels available in Ellesmere Port.

Shropshire to Ellesmere Port - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Shropshire to Ellesmere Port by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 19m
£24–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 41
4h 46m
£7–10
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Shropshire to Ellesmere Portcar 50.4 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shropshire to Ellesmere Porttaxi 50.4 mi
1h 3m
£100–130
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
2h 25m
£20–36

Shropshire to Ellesmere Port by bus and train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Shropshire, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station and Chester Bus Interchange in around 4h 46m.

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