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How to get fromBanbury to Ellesmereby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Banbury to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 501 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham New Streettrain train
    2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain train
    3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus bus 501
    3h 47m
  2. Drive 103.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Banbury to Ellesmerecar car 103.3 mi
    2h 1m
    £26–37
  3. Train, line 501 bus via Birmingham

    1. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham Moor Streettrain train
    2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain train
    3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus bus 501
    3h 58m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Banbury, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

There is no direct connection from Banbury to Ellesmere. However, you can take the train to Birmingham New Street, take the train to Shrewsbury, walk to The Gateway, then take the line 501 bus to Watergate Street. Alternatively, you can drive from Banbury to Ellesmere in around 2h 1m.

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