How to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere by bus and train?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere - Train Timetable

The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere runs from 07:08 to 15:08, with departures every 2 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 33 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere by bus and train

To get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere in West Midlands, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Birmingham International station to Shrewsbury station. Next, take the 501 bus from The Gateway station to Crossroads station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Birmingham Airport (BHX) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ellesmere on the Moovit app.

153min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Bus - 501
501
Walk to Ellesmere
Leaves from Birmingham International

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Birmingham International
    630 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Llandudno Junction
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shrewsbury
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Gateway
    ID shramdwm
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    236
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crossroads
    ID shrawdgd
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ellesmere
    Walk to
    Ellesmere
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere

The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX), West Midlands and Ellesmere, West Midlands is approximately 112.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 153 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in West Midlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere

To check the bus and train timetable from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Birmingham Airport (BHX)) and destination (Ellesmere), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere?

    The fastest way takes 153 minutes, using Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Bus line 501.

  • Is there a direct train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Ellesmere?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 33 min.

  • Which train line goes from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Birmingham International station near Birmingham Airport (BHX) in Bickenhill to Shrewsbury station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Shrewsbury station near Ellesmere in West Midlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Ellesmere by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Birmingham Airport (BHX) in Bickenhill and Ellesmere in West Midlands by train and bus is about 2 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Birmingham Airport (BHX) to get to Ellesmere?

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Birmingham International station near Birmingham Airport (BHX) in Bickenhill.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Ellesmere?

    Get off the train at the Shrewsbury stop, which is closest to Ellesmere in West Midlands.

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