What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere is to bus and train which costs £14 - £45 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Watergate Street via London Victoria, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Ellesmere is 177 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus via Birmingham which takes 4h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Ellesmere bus from?

Waterloo Station to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Ellesmere is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 754+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Waterloo Station to Ellesmere - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 501 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 501 bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Street501
4h 37m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall StUk020 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 54m
£14–42
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Ellesmere174.5 mi
3h 11m
£44–63
Train, line 501 bus
1. Take the train from London Euston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Street501
4h 51m
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Station400 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
7h 59m
£17–56

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd to Watergate Street via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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