What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Ellesmere?

The distance between Birmingham and Ellesmere is 62 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Ellesmere bus from?

Birmingham to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Birmingham to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Ellesmere is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Birmingham to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Birmingham to Ellesmere - 3 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
2h 40m
Drive 60.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Ellesmerecar 60.6 mi
1h 12m
£15–22
Bus, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Watergate Streetbus 501
3h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 61.8 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Watergate Street via Bus Station in around 3h 8m.

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