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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Derby to Ellesmere?

The distance between Derby and Ellesmere is 103 miles. The road distance is 70.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus via Birmingham which takes 3h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Derby to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Ellesmere bus from?

Derby to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Ellesmere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Ellesmere is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Derby to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 756+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Derby to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Ellesmere 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, line 501 bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
3h 39m
Drive 70.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Ellesmerecar 70.3 mi
1h 25m
£18–25
Bus, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Watergate Streetbus 501
5h 28m
Train, line 501 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
4h 17m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Derby to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 102.8 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 28m.

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