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

The cheapest way to get from London to Ellesmere is to bus and train which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between London and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from London to Ellesmere?

The distance between London and Ellesmere is 175 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 4h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from London to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Ellesmere bus from?

London to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the London to Ellesmere bus arrive?

London to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from London to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Ellesmere is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from London to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 672+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

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

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
4h 15m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Machynlleth / ...
6h 5m
£26–59
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from London to Ellesmerecar 173.8 mi
3h 10m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 33m
£31–74

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a bus from London Victoria to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 33m.

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