What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Southampton and Shrewsbury is 188 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Shrewsbury without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Shrewsbury bus from?

Southampton to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Shrewsbury train from?

Southampton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Southampton to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Southampton to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Southampton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Shrewsbury is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Southampton to Shrewsbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Shrewsbury?

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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Southampton to Shrewsbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 48m
£76–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 50m
£30–49
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Shrewsburycar 160.2 mi
3h 24m
£40–57
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 29m
£73–127

Southampton to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 50m.

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