What is the cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester?

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester?

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Alcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Alcester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Barford St and Redditch Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Alcester?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Alcester is 70 miles. The road distance is 57.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shrewsbury to Alcester without a car?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £12 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Alcester bus from?

Shrewsbury to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Alcester bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Alcester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Shrewsbury to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Alcester.

Shrewsbury to Alcester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Alcester by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Redditch
3. Take the bus from Redditch Bus Station to Police Station26
2h 48m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Barford St to Redditch Bus Station50A
4h 19m
Drive 57.3 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Alcester57.3 mi
1h 24m
£14–21

Shrewsbury to Alcester by train and bus

220Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Barford St, and Redditch Bus Station in around 4h 19m.

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