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

The cheapest way to get from York to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between York and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from York to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from York to Shrewsbury?

The distance between York and Shrewsbury is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from York to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Where does the York to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from York to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Shrewsbury is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from York to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 926+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 6m
£81–128
Drive 133.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Shrewsburycar 133.6 mi
2h 43m
£33–47
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 34m
£48–84

York to Shrewsbury by train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from York to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 6m.

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