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Outbound fromStafford to Shrewsbury by train
It takes an average of 1h 50m to travel from Stafford to Shrewsbury by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (43 km). There are normally 110 trains per day travelling from Stafford to Shrewsbury and tickets for this journey start from £12 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:59 | |
| Departure station | Stafford | |
| Arrival station | Shrewsbury | |
| Journey time | From 58m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 110 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £12 | |
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About the train journey from Stafford to Shrewsbury
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The average journey time from Stafford to Shrewsbury by train is 1h 38m, with around 77 trains travelling 27 miles (43 km) between these two destinations daily. You’ll need to make 1 change usually along the way on this route. You may travel with a couple of different train companies during your journey to Shrewsbury, one of them being West Midlands Railway, on board you’ll find free WiFi, plug sockets and access to their onboard entertainment platform. If you want to get there quickly, the fastest train time takes just 55m.
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 your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or get a Railcard.
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Cheap train tickets from Stafford to Shrewsbury
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 Stafford to Shrewsbury 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.