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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Manchester is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Stoke-on-Trent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Shropshire to Manchester?

The distance between Shropshire and Manchester is 64 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Shropshire to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Manchester bus from?

Shropshire to Manchester bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Shropshire to Manchester?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Manchester is to train which takes 2h and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Shropshire to Manchester bus arrive?

Shropshire to Manchester bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Shropshire to Manchester train arrive?

Shropshire to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Manchester is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Shropshire to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h
£27–48
Drive 69.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shropshire to Manchestercar 69.2 mi
1h 42m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
4h 30m

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Stoke-on-Trent in around 4h 30m.

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