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

The cheapest way to get from York to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between York and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from York station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from York to Ellesmere?

The distance between York and Ellesmere is 150 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from York to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Ellesmere bus from?

York to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Train or bus from York to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from York to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the York to Ellesmere bus arrive?

York to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Can I drive from York to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Ellesmere is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from York to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

York to Ellesmere - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 17m
£34–90
Drive 124.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Ellesmerecar 124.3 mi
2h 27m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 55m

York to Ellesmere by train and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from York to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from York to Watergate Street via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, and The Gateway in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Watergate Street via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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