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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shropshire is to bus and train via Bus Interchange which costs £45 - £65 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Shropshire is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Colchester to Shropshire?

The distance between Colchester and Shropshire is 214 miles. The road distance is 189.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Shropshire without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Colchester to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shropshire bus from?

Colchester to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shropshire is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Colchester to Shropshire bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Shropshire is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Colchester to Shropshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Colchester to Shropshire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Shropshire 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 Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3h 58m
£88–185
Bus, train via Bus Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to B'ham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 57m
£46–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 15m
£55–79
Drive 188.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Shropshirecar 188.2 mi
3h 29m
£47–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 44m
£105–258

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Shropshire.

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Shropshire via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Shrewsbury in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bus Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 15m.

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