What is the cheapest way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

The cheapest way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

The fastest way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

The distance between Thaxted and Shirebrook is 151 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

How do I travel from Thaxted to Shirebrook without a car?

The best way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook without a car is to train via Ely which takes 5h 55m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thaxted to Shirebrook bus from?

Thaxted to Shirebrook bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

The best way to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook is to train via Ely which takes 5h 55m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Thaxted to Shirebrook bus arrive?

Thaxted to Shirebrook bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Thaxted to Shirebrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Thaxted to Shirebrook is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Thaxted to Shirebrook.

Where can I stay near Shirebrook?

There are 820+ hotels available in Shirebrook.

Thaxted to Shirebrook - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Thaxted and Shirebrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Thaxted to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Village Hall via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Bus Station and Mansfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

There are 4 ways to get from Thaxted to Shirebrook by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ely
best
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Ely
2. Take the train from Ely to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Shirebrook
5h 55m
£38–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus StationUk900 / ...
6h 17m
£30–65
Drive 125.2 mi
1. Drive from Thaxted to Shirebrook125.2 mi
2h 22m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to LeicesterStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to NottinghamLondon St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
5h 57m
£38–113

Thaxted to Shirebrook by bus and train

93Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Thaxted, England and Shirebrook, England?

You can take a bus from Post Office to Shirebrook via Coach Station, Stansted Airport, Ely, and Nottingham in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Village Hall via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, Victoria Centre, Victoria Bus Station, and Mansfield Bus Station in around 6h 17m.

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