What is the cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley?

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley?

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Benfleet and Shirley?

No, there is no direct bus from South Benfleet to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Kents Hill Road and arriving at Thornyfield Road via Bus Station, Coach Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and Solihull Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between South Benfleet and Shirley?

No, there is no direct train from South Benfleet to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Benfleet and arriving at Solihull via West Ham station and London Marylebone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Shirley?

The distance between South Benfleet and Shirley is 143 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

How do I travel from South Benfleet to Shirley without a car?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £65 - £150.

How long does it take to get from South Benfleet to Shirley?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from South Benfleet to Shirley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Shirley bus from?

South Benfleet to Shirley bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Shirley train from?

South Benfleet to Shirley train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

Train or bus from South Benfleet to Shirley?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Shirley is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the South Benfleet to Shirley bus arrive?

South Benfleet to Shirley bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the South Benfleet to Shirley train arrive?

South Benfleet to Shirley train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from South Benfleet to Shirley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Benfleet to Shirley is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from South Benfleet to Shirley.

Where can I stay near Shirley?

There are 3713+ hotels available in Shirley.

South Benfleet to Shirley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Benfleet to Shirley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Solihulltrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 34m
£66–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
7h 36m
£34–78
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from South Benfleet to Shirleycar 137.2 mi
2h 31m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Benfleet to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Allison Street to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A
3h 56m
£49–120

South Benfleet to Shirley by train, subway, foot, and bus

204Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.5 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between South Benfleet, England and Shirley, Solihull, England?

You can take a train from Benfleet to Thornyfield Road via West Ham, West Ham station, Baker Street station, London Marylebone, Solihull, and Solihull Station in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kents Hill Road to Thornyfield Road via Bus Station, Coach Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, and Solihull Town Centre in around 7h 36m.

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