Rail strikes may impact travel between Tuesday 6th May and Thursday 9th May. See here for details.

  • Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

  • Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

  • Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

TrainlineTrainline is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets

Shrewsbury to Hedge End by train

First train

04:18

Last train

22:09

Departure station

Shrewsbury

Arrival station

Hedge End

Journey time

From 4h 44m

Distance

138 miles (222 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Travel from Shrewsbury to Hedge End by train in 4 hours 44 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Shrewsbury to Hedge End by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Shrewsbury to Hedge End by train is 6 hours 18 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 44 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day travelling the 138 miles (222 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Hedge End. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway on your way to Hedge End, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Shrewsbury to Hedge End.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Hedge End, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Shrewsbury to Hedge End? 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 Shrewsbury to Hedge End take?

The average journey time by train between Shrewsbury and Hedge End is 6 hours and 18 minutes, with around 10 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 Shrewsbury and Hedge End by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End is 4 hours and 44 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End?

No, there are no direct train services from Shrewsbury to Hedge End. Travelling from Shrewsbury to Hedge End by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End leave?

The first train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End leaves at 04:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End leave?

The last train from Shrewsbury to Hedge End leaves at 22:09. 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 Shrewsbury and Hedge End by train?

Trains travelling from Shrewsbury to Hedge End cover a distance of around 138 miles (222 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Shrewsbury to Hedge End

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Shrewsbury to Hedge End is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.