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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Watergate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Watford to Ellesmere?

The distance between Watford and Ellesmere is 158 miles. The road distance is 158.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 4h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Watford to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Ellesmere bus from?

Watford to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Watford to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Watford to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Watford to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Ellesmere is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Watford to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Watford to Ellesmere - 3 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Watford to Ellesmere by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
4h 14m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 409
7h 50m
£27–38
Drive 157.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Ellesmerecar 157.9 mi
2h 44m
£39–57

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Watford to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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