Train travel to Shrewsbury guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Shrewsbury?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Shrewsbury provided by the following: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Shrewsbury's opening hours?

For Shrewsbury, the first train typically departs at 0:00 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Shrewsbury

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Shrewsbury's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Shrewsbury?

Trains to and from Shrewsbury connect easily to popular destinations like Birmingham, Birmingham New Street, Wolverhampton, Manchester and Telford Central. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Shrewsbury live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Shrewsbury, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street22:001h 21mWest Midlands TrainsOn time
Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central22:032h 17mTransport for WalesOn time
Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly22:161h 21mTransport for WalesOn time
Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly22:271h 56mTransport for WalesOn time
Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street22:321hTransport for WalesOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Swansea to Shrewsbury21:554h 27mTransport for WalesExp. 22:17
Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury21:561h 4mWest Midlands TrainsOn time
Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury21:581h 27mTransport for WalesOn time
Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury22:162h 3mTransport for WalesOn time
Llandudno to Shrewsbury22:232h 12mTransport for WalesOn time

Station Details

Address:

Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 05:20:00 until 20:40:00

Saturday open from 05:20:00 until 19:30:00

Sunday open from 07:30:00 until 19:30:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

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Station Buffet

Station Buffet

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Cycle storage

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