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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £19 - £45 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Shrewsbury via Moorgate station, London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Basildon to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Basildon and Shrewsbury is 218 miles. The road distance is 182.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £29 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Shrewsbury train from?

Basildon to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £29 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Basildon to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Basildon to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Shrewsbury is 182 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Basildon to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 896+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Basildon to Shrewsbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basildon to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to CreweLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 58m
£30–195
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Pool Meadow Bus StationUk024 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 30m
£20–66
Drive 181.2 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Shrewsbury181.2 mi
2h 57m
£45–64
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New StreetLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 3m
£27–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Upminster to BirminghamMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
7h 13m
£20–41

Basildon to Shrewsbury by train, foot, and subway

225Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Shrewsbury via London Fenchurch Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Crewe in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basildon to Bus Station via Upminster, Upminster, Birmingham, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 13m.

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