What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

The distance between Basingstoke and Shropshire is 161 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £55 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Shropshire bus from?

Basingstoke to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Shropshire bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Shropshire is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Basingstoke to Shropshire.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Shropshire?

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 879+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Basingstoke to Shropshire - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Shropshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 49m
£58–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station409
6h 20m
£35–62
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Shropshire143.9 mi
2h 54m
£37–53

Basingstoke to Shropshire by train and bus

114Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Sharpstones Lane Jct via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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