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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Ludlow and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludlow to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Compasses Inn and arriving at Watergate Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Ellesmere?

The distance between Ludlow and Ellesmere is 47 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Ludlow to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Ellesmere bus from?

Ludlow to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Minsterley Motors, depart from Compasses Inn station.

Where does the Ludlow to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Ludlow to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Minsterley Motors, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ludlow to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Ellesmere is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Ludlow to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

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

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
2h 9m
Drive 45.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ludlow to Ellesmerecar 45.4 mi
1h 4m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ludlow to Ellesmeretaxi 45.4 mi
1h 4m
£95–120
Bus, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Compasses Inn to Bus Stationbus 435
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Watergate Streetbus 501
2h 58m

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Distance: 46.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Compasses Inn to Watergate Street via Bus Station in around 2h 58m.

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