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Shrewsbury to London by train
It takes an average of 3h 57m to travel from Shrewsbury to London by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 153 trains per day traveling from Shrewsbury to London and tickets for this journey start from $17.93 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:13 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:21 am | |
| Departure station | Shrewsbury | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 2h 24m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 153 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $17.93 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Shrewsbury to London
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The train from Shrewsbury to London usually takes 3 hours 57 minutes on average to travel 224 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 24 minutes. You can expect to find 153 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren't any direct services running between Shrewsbury and London, you'll need to make 1 change on your way to London.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Shrewsbury to London in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from $17.93.
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