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Three ways to Travel from Shrewsbury to Leicester

Composite routes from Shrewsbury to Leicester

Cheapest
1 h 29 min
Car
137 km.
from $7
Other
1 h 38 min
Bus
151 km.
from €20.29
1 h 29 min
Rideshare
137 km.
from $5.21

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Shrewsbury to Digbeth
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Bus from Birmingham to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$32.91

Bus operators

Arriva Midlands

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/midlands/
Bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Leicester is to train and bus which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Leicester?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Leicester is 131 km. The road distance is 138.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $53.26 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Shrewsbury to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Leicester train from?

Shrewsbury to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Leicester?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $53.26 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Leicester bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Digbeth station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Leicester train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Leicester is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Shrewsbury to Leicester.

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

Book your Shrewsbury to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Shrewsbury to Leicester?

Book your Shrewsbury to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 772+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $56.02 per night.
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