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Colchester to Shrewsbury

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Colchester, Great Britain → Shrewsbury, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colchester to Shrewsbury

Composite routes from Colchester to Shrewsbury

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Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from London Euston to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$62.02–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Colchester to London
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63
Bus from Digbeth to Shrewsbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Coventry
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London Euston to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$32.91
Train from Birmingham International to Shrewsbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$39.24

Greater Anglia

Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Colchester to London
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shrewsbury is to bus and train via Coventry which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Shrewsbury via London Stansted Airport and Digbeth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Shrewsbury via Liverpool Street station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Colchester to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Colchester and Shrewsbury is 336 km. The road distance is 318.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $97.83 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Colchester to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shrewsbury bus from?

Colchester to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Colchester station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shrewsbury train from?

Colchester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $97.83 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Colchester to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Colchester to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Stansted Airport station.

What is the time difference between Colchester and Shrewsbury?

It is currently 09:22 at both, Colchester and Shrewsbury.

Where does the Colchester to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Colchester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Shrewsbury is 319 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Colchester to Shrewsbury.

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

Book your Colchester to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 789+ hotels available in Shrewsbury. Prices start at $47.40 per night.
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