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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Basildon via Crewe, Euston station and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Basildon?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Basildon is 218 miles. The road distance is 182 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £28 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Basildon train from?

Shrewsbury to Basildon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Basildon?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £28 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Basildon train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Basildon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Basildon is 182 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Shrewsbury to Basildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Basildon?

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

Shrewsbury to Basildon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Basildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to CreweShrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
3h 48m
£29–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to UpminsterMichalovce
6h 23m
£21–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk020 / ...
4h 56m
£23–61
Drive 180.9 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Basildon180.9 mi
2h 57m
£45–64
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London EustonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 3m
£25–97

Shrewsbury to Basildon by train, subway, and foot

227Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Basildon, England?

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Basildon via Crewe, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Basildon via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham, Upminster, and Upminster in around 6h 23m.

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