What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Dartmouth Avenue and arriving at Watergate Street via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere?

The distance between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Ellesmere is 67 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere bus from?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, depart from Dartmouth Avenue station.

Where does the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere is 34 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 730+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Street501
3h 18m
Drive 33.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere33.4 mi
46 min
£9–12
Line 64 bus, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Dartmouth Avenue to Bus Station64
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station64
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Watergate Street501
3h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere33.4 mi
46 min
£75–95
Line 85 bus, train, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Mayfield Avenue to Railway Station85
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Street501
3h 52m

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Map of how to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 66.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Newcastle-under-Lyme, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from Dartmouth Avenue to Watergate Street via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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