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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Ellesmere is to bus and train which costs £26 - £60 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Watergate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Guildford to Ellesmere?

The distance between Guildford and Ellesmere is 187 miles. The road distance is 180.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Guildford to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Ellesmere bus from?

Guildford to Ellesmere bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Guildford to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Guildford to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Guildford to Ellesmere bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Ellesmere is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Guildford to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 673+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Guildford to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
5h 56m
£77–137
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Machynlleth / ...
7h 50m
£26–59
Drive 179.7 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Ellesmerecar 179.7 mi
3h 28m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 22m

Guildford to Ellesmere by train and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Watergate Street via Reading, Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and The Gateway in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Watergate Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 22m.

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