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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shropshire is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shropshire is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shropshire?

The distance between Cardiff and Shropshire is 110 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Cardiff to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shropshire bus from?

Cardiff to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shropshire is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shropshire bus arrive?

Cardiff to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shropshire is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Shropshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 905+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 41m
£35–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
5h 25m
£24–60
Drive 102.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shropshire102.7 mi
2h 13m
£26–37

Cardiff to Shropshire by train and bus

130Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Shropshire.

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Distance: 109.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Shropshire, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 25m.

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