Trains to Shrewsbury from Merthyr Tydfil
| First train | 05:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:39 | |
| Departure station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Arrival station | Shrewsbury | |
| Journey time | From 3h 7m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Shrewsbury by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Shrewsbury? Look no further.
You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Merthyr Tydfil and Shrewsbury, which usually take 4 hours 20 minutes to complete the 72 miles (116 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 7 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 1 change along the way. Transport for Wales trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Shrewsbury.
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 Merthyr Tydfil 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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