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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Essex is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Essex. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at White Notley via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Essex?

The distance between Shropshire and Essex is 201 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 49m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Shropshire to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Shropshire to Essex?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Essex is to train via London which takes 4h 49m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Shropshire to Essex bus arrive?

Shropshire to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shropshire to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shropshire to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Essex is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Shropshire to Essex.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 590+ hotels available in Essex.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
4h 49m
£73–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
7h 38m
£40–93
Drive 177.8 mi
1. Drive from Shropshire to Essexcar 177.8 mi
3h 12m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 10m
£105–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Stationbus 777
8h 21m
£54–108

Shropshire to Essex by bus and train

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Distance: 199.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to White Notley via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Polecat Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 38m.

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