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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Prescot via Crewe and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Prescot?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Prescot is 65 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot without a car is to train and line 61 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Prescot train from?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Prescot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Prescot is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Shrewsbury to Prescot.

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

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

There are 2365+ hotels available in Prescot.

Shrewsbury to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 61 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Runcorn Station to Houghton Streetbus 61
2h 38m
£22–35
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood streetbus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Wycherley Streetbus 10A / ...
3h 44m
£15–25
Drive 58.7 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Prescotcar 58.7 mi
1h 25m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prescottrain
2h 41m
£29–47

Shrewsbury to Prescot by train and bus

202Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shrewsbury to Prescot.

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Distance: 64.7 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Prescot via Crewe and Wigan North Western in around 2h 41m.

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