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Colchester to Shrewsbury by train
| First train | 05:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 13:17 | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | Shrewsbury | |
| Journey time | From 5h 13m | |
| Distance | 164 miles (264 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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How to travel from Colchester to Shrewsbury by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Colchester to Shrewsbury? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Colchester and Shrewsbury, which usually take 5 hours 23 minutes to complete the 164 miles (264 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Shrewsbury by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Greater Anglia and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Colchester to Shrewsbury if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Shrewsbury? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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