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Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton by train

First train

15:00

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Henley-on-Thames

Arrival station

Church Stretton

Journey time

From 3h 34m

Distance

107 miles (171 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton? Look no further.

You'll usually find 9 trains per day running between Henley-on-Thames and Church Stretton, which usually take 5 hours 26 minutes to complete the 107 miles (171 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 34 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 Church Stretton by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

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 Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Church Stretton? 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton take?

The average journey time by train between Henley-on-Thames and Church Stretton is 5 hours and 26 minutes, with around 9 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Henley-on-Thames and Church Stretton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton is 3 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton?

No, there are no direct train services from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton. Travelling from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton leave?

The first train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton leaves at 15:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton leave?

The last train from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton leaves at 23:18. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Henley-on-Thames and Church Stretton by train?

Trains travelling from Henley-on-Thames to Church Stretton cover a distance of around 107 miles (171 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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