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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to York is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere to York is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere and York?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere to York. However, there are services departing from Wem and arriving at York via Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Ellesmere to York?

The distance between Ellesmere and York is 150 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellesmere to York without a car is to line 501 bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ellesmere to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere to York train from?

Ellesmere to York train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Where does the Ellesmere to York train arrive?

Ellesmere to York train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere to York is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ellesmere to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1959+ hotels available in York.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellesmere to York by bus, train, or car

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Line 501 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Street to Broome Placebus 501
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
4h 42m
Drive 123.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ellesmere to Yorkcar 123.1 mi
2h 26m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
4h 47m
£36–67
Line 501 bus, train via Doncaster
1. Take the bus from Cross Street to Broome Placebus 501
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain
4. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
5h 12m

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Cross Street to York via Railway Station, Wem, Crewe, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 47m.

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