What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Crossroads and arriving at Watford Junction station via Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

The distance between Ellesmere and Watford Junction is 173 miles. The road distance is 159.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere to Watford Junction bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Ellesmere to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Ellesmere to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere to Watford Junction is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ellesmere to Watford Junction.

Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

There are 20509+ hotels available in Watford Junction.

Ellesmere to Watford Junction - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wem to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain
2h 43m
£78–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
7h 3m
£28–70
Drive 158.6 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere to Watford Junctioncar 158.6 mi
2h 42m
£40–57
Line 501 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crossroads to Bus Stationbus 501
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Watford Junctiontrain
3h 35m
Line 501 bus, train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the bus from Crossroads to Bus Stationbus 501
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Watford Junctiontrain
4h 33m

Ellesmere to Watford Junction by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 3mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ellesmere to Watford Junction.

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Ellesmere, Shropshire, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a vehicle from Ellesmere to Watford Junction via Wem, Crewe, and Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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