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It takes an average of 3h 58m to travel from London to Shrewsbury by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 238 trains per day travelling from London to Shrewsbury and tickets for this journey start from £12.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:39 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Shrewsbury | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 238 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £12.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways |
Taking the train from London to Shrewsbury in 2 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London to Shrewsbury? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 58 minutes to travel the 139 miles (224 km) from London to Shrewsbury by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 238 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Shrewsbury. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London to Shrewsbury in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £12.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shrewsbury by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London to Shrewsbury?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.