What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Shropshire?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Shropshire is to bus which costs £30 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Shropshire?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Shropshire is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Bus Station via Earl Street, Chatham and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Kent to Shropshire?

The distance between Kent and Shropshire is 226 miles. The road distance is 213.2 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Shropshire without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Shropshire without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 15m and costs £100 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Shropshire?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Kent to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Shropshire bus from?

Kent to Shropshire bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Kent to Shropshire is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 15m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Kent to Shropshire bus arrive?

Kent to Shropshire bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Can I drive from Kent to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Shropshire is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Kent to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Shropshire.

Kent to Shropshire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Shropshire 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4h 15m
£102–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Birminghambus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 30m
£30–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 53m
£55–82
Drive 211.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Shropshirecar 211.9 mi
3h 31m
£52–76
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4h 54m
£87–187

Kent to Shropshire by train, foot, and bus

174Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kent to Shropshire.

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Shropshire via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Shrewsbury in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Bus Station via Earl Street, Chatham, Birmingham, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 30m.

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