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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Ellesmere?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Pump House and arriving at Watergate Street. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Ellesmere is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere without a car is to line 501 bus which takes 41 min and costs .

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

The line 501 bus from The Pump House to Watergate Street takes 41 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Ellesmere bus from?

Shrewsbury to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Lakeside Coaches, depart from The Pump House station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Lakeside Coaches, arrive at Watergate Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Ellesmere is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Shrewsbury to Ellesmere - 3 ways to travel via line 501 bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere by bus, taxi, 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.

Line 501 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Pump House to Watergate Streetbus 501
41 min
Drive 16.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Ellesmerecar 16.5 mi
26 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shrewsbury to Ellesmeretaxi 16.5 mi
26 min
£35–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shrewsbury to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Lakeside Coaches operates a bus from The Pump House to Watergate Street 4 times a day, and the journey takes 41 min.

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