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 £40 - £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 £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

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 Wareham and arriving at Shrewsbury via Weymouth and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Swanage to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Swanage and Shrewsbury is 232 miles. The road distance is 184 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 line 50 bus and train which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Shrewsbury bus from?

Swanage to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Shrewsbury train from?

Swanage to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Swanage to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £190 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Swanage to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Swanage to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swanage to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Swanage to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) 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 937+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Swanage to Shrewsbury - 5 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Swanage to Shrewsbury by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsburytrain
6h 45m
£113–178
Drive 183 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Shrewsburycar 183 mi
3h 58m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
9h 20m
£49–118
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wareham to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
6h 34m
£112–246
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 44m
£97–189

Swanage to Shrewsbury by bus and train

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Distance: 230.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Shrewsbury via Wareham Station, Wareham, Weymouth, and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 44m.

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