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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Widnes to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Widnes and Shrewsbury is 55 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Widnes to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Shrewsbury train from?

Widnes to Shrewsbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Where does the Widnes to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Widnes to Shrewsbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Shrewsbury is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Widnes to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 938+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Widnes to Shrewsbury - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Widnes to Shrewsbury by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
1h 41m
£21–41
Drive 52.3 mi
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1. Drive from Widnes to Shrewsburycar 52.3 mi
1h 14m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Widnes to Shrewsburytaxi 52.3 mi
1h 14m
£110–130

Widnes to Shrewsbury by train

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.9 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Shrewsbury via Crewe in around 1h 41m.

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