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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Norwich station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Parkside, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Norwich to Ellesmere?

The distance between Norwich and Ellesmere is 238 miles. The road distance is 203.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Ellesmere without a car is to train via Ely which takes 7h 1m and costs £30 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Norwich to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Ellesmere bus from?

Norwich to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Norwich to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Norwich to Ellesmere is to train via Ely which takes 7h 1m and costs £30 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Norwich to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Norwich to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Ellesmere is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Norwich to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 753+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Norwich to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Norwich to Ellesmere 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 Ely
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Ely
2. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
7h 1m
£34–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Parkside727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Station777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
10h 58m
£41–101
Drive 202.6 mi
1. Drive from Norwich to Ellesmere202.6 mi
4h 4m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Norwich to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
8h 21m
£40–149

Norwich to Ellesmere by train and bus

28Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Norwich to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from Norwich to Watergate Street via Ely, Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and The Gateway in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Watergate Street via Parkside, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 58m.

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