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 - £70 and takes 4h 1m.

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 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

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 58m.

How far is it from Swanage to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Swanage and Shrewsbury is 242 miles. The road distance is 183.2 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 58m and costs £190 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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 183 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Swanage to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 941+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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

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

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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 58m
£199–287
Drive 182.1 mi
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1. Drive from Swanage to Shrewsburycar 182.1 mi
4h 1m
£46–66
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
7h 48m
£85–159

Swanage to Shrewsbury by bus and train

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7h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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 58m.

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