What is the cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Edinburgh?

The distance between Shropshire and Edinburgh is 275 miles. The road distance is 267.5 miles.

How do I travel from Shropshire to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Edinburgh train from?

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

Where does the Shropshire to Edinburgh train arrive?

Shropshire to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Edinburgh is 267 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Shropshire to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2738+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Shropshire to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Shropshire to Edinburgh by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 32m
£62–151
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 45m
£53–145
Drive 265.9 mi
1. Drive from Shropshire to Edinburghcar 265.9 mi
5h 4m
£66–95
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 52m
£57–135
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 46m
£88–148
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
6h 47m
£77–182
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
6h 33m
£93–283

Shropshire to Edinburgh by bus and train

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 273.7 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Shropshire, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh Waverley via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, and Crewe in around 5h 32m.

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