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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Swanage to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Swanage and Shrewsbury is 242 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £190 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Shrewsbury train from?

Swanage to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Swanage to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Shrewsbury is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Swanage to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 945+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Swanage to Shrewsbury - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 50 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 57m
£199–287
Drive 183.1 mi
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1. Drive from Swanage to Shrewsburycar 183.1 mi
3h 58m
£46–66
Line 50 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
5. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
8h 6m
£69–119

Swanage to Shrewsbury by bus and train

96Weekly Services

8h 6mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a vehicle from Swanage to Shrewsbury via Bournemouth and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 57m.

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