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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ellesmere is to ferry and train via Holyhead which costs £70 - £110 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Ellesmere is to fly and train which takes 7h 55m and costs £45 - £210.

How far is it from Dublin to Ellesmere?

The distance between Dublin and Ellesmere is 213 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Ellesmere without a car is to ferry and train which takes 8h 59m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Dublin to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 754+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Dublin to Ellesmere - 8 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Dublin to Ellesmere by ferry, train, car, car ferry, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
8h 59m
£92–139
Fly to East Midlands Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane DUB - EMA
2. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
7h 55m
£48–205
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Ellesmerecar
9h 6m
£116–183
Fly to Liverpool, train, line 501 bus
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)plane DUB - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus
6h 12m
Ferry, train via Holyhead
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
9h 6m
£70–101
Fly to Manchester Airport, train, line 501 bus
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane DUB - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus
6h 12m
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train, line 501 bus
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane DUB - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus
7h 10m
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
8h 35m
£66–186

Dublin to Ellesmere by ferry, train, and bus

26Weekly Services

8h 59mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dublin to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 211.3 mi
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Ellesmere. However, you can take the ferry to Holyhead Ferry, walk to Holyhead, take the train to Shrewsbury, walk to The Gateway, then take the line 501 bus to Watergate Street. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dublin to Ellesmere via Belfast and Cairnryan in around 9h 6m.

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