Bus from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle
1 direct route · about 59 min · first bus 07:35, last bus 17:40 (weekdays).
Next buses to Bishops Castle as of 15:03
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Shrewsbury, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 553 | Minsterley Motors | ~59 min | 6 | Sat 4 · no Sunday buses | 07:35 | 17:40 | Lloyds Chemist (adj) | No. 2 (adj) | Hanwood, Cruckmeole, Lea, Hinton, Pontesford, Pontesbury & 11 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Shrewsbury on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 553 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle?
The 553 (Minsterley Motors) runs directly from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle. Board at Lloyds Chemist (adj) and get off at No. 2 (adj); the journey takes about 59 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle?
Around 59 minutes on the 553, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Hanwood, Cruckmeole, Lea, Hinton and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:35 and the last around 17:40. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Shrewsbury to Bishops Castle?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.