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Great Western Railway

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Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) by train

First train

04:14

Last train

22:20

Departure station

Shrewsbury

Arrival station

Penryn (Cornwall)

Journey time

From 6h 34m

Distance

203 miles (327 km)

Frequency

30 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) in 6 hours 34 minutes

If you want to travel from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) by train to take around 9 hours 40 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 30 trains per day running on this route, which spans 203 miles (327 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Penryn (Cornwall). You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall)

Want to know more about your journey from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Penryn (Cornwall) from Shrewsbury?

To travel to Penryn (Cornwall) from Shrewsbury, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 9 hours and 40 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 34 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall)?

Trains from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall) take an average of 9 hours and 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 34 minutes. You'll usually find 30 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Shrewsbury and Penryn (Cornwall) by train?

The quickest journey time between Shrewsbury and Penryn (Cornwall) by train is 6 hours and 34 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall)?

No, there are no direct trains running from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall), you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Shrewsbury to Penryn (Cornwall)

Book in advance

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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 Penryn (Cornwall) is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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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.

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