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How to get fromManchester to Ellesmereby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 501 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
    2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus bus 501
    2h 51m

  2. Drive 57.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Manchester to Ellesmerecar car 57.9 mi
    1h 20m
    £15–21

  3. Train, line 508 bus

    1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewetrain train
    2. Take the train from Crewe to Wemtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Methodist Church to Watergate Streetbus bus 508
    3h 31m

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  • Distance: 82.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Manchester to Ellesmere. However, you can take the train to Shrewsbury, walk to The Gateway, then take the line 501 bus to Watergate Street. Alternatively, you can drive from Manchester to Ellesmere in around 1h 20m.

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