- Must visit
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
Main town museum inside the old Music Hall, covering Shrewsbury’s history, Roman finds and changing exhibitions in a central location.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury
Showing times and prices for 26 Aug
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Shrewsbury will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
To travel from Bolton to Shrewsbury you need to make at least one change.
5:541h47Bolton7:41Shrewsbury£371One-way1 change- 6:541h51Bolton8:45Shrewsbury£371One-way1 change
- 5:541h47Bolton7:41Shrewsbury£371One-way1 change
- 6:541h51Bolton8:45Shrewsbury£371One-way1 change
Live departures
Bolton to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:54 Bolton | 1h47 | 7:41 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 6:54 Bolton | 1h51 | 8:45 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Shrewsbury from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
£18
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£51
TransPennine Express frequency
10 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£37
Northern Trains Limited frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Shrewsbury
Things to do in Shrewsbury
Discover the best of Shrewsbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Shrewsbury trip today.
- Recommended
Shropshire Regimental Museum
Museum in Shrewsbury Castle exploring the county’s regiments through uniforms, medals and stories. A strong choice for military history.
The Hive
Small gallery and learning space on Wyle Cop showing contemporary exhibitions and community-led art in one of the town’s characterful quarters.
- Must visit
The Quarry
Quarry parkland beside the River Severn, popular for walks, flower displays and open lawns. A classic place to relax near the historic centre.
- Recommended
Dingle Garden
Formal sunken garden within the Quarry, designed for colourful seasonal planting and peaceful riverside strolling close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Wyle Cop
Historic street lined with independent shops and timber-framed buildings. It captures the character of old Shrewsbury and rewards slow wandering.
Shropshire Fidget Pie
A rich fruit loaf from Shropshire, packed with dried fruit and spice. It is a long-standing regional bake often served sliced with butter or cheese.
Fidget Pie
A traditional Shropshire savoury pie made with bacon, apples, onion and potato. It reflects the county’s farming produce and old farmhouse cooking.
- Gluten-free
Shropshire Blue
A soft blue cow’s milk cheese from Shropshire with a distinctive orange natural rind. It is one of the county’s best-known artisan foods.
The Third Place
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic and contemporary dishes in a comfortable, polished setting close to the centre.
House of the Rising Sun
Popular burger and grill restaurant with a lively casual atmosphere. Known for generous portions and a dependable town-centre location.
The Loopy Shrew
Stylish central restaurant serving refined modern British cooking in an intimate, smart setting. Good for a relaxed but special meal.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK market town. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than in London, while local buses and cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up, and café tipping is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- :
To the city centre
Shrewsbury Station -> The Square, Shrewsbury
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless payment is available on all Shrewsbury Park and Ride buses.
- Shrewsbury Park and Ride does not run on Sundays or most bank holidays.
FAQs: Bolton to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Shrewsbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shrewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Shrewsbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Bolton to Shrewsbury covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bolton to Shrewsbury is 99 km.
The first train from Bolton to Shrewsbury leaves at 5:31.
The last train from Bolton to Shrewsbury departs at 22:16.
Trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Shrewsbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Shrewsbury.
To travel from Bolton to Shrewsbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Shrewsbury.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Shrewsbury is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Shrewsbury station (SHR).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Shrewsbury is by train, costing approximately £37.
Booking trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Shrewsbury offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic stretches through the rolling hills and green landscapes of the West Midlands, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Yes, a day trip from Bolton to Shrewsbury is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 30m and a distance of 99 km. The train frequency is 3 times per day.
To fully explore Shrewsbury, including its historic sites, shopping, and surrounding countryside, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Shrewsbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Shrewsbury
Most Bolton to Shrewsbury trains use the Bolton to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Shrewsbury
Which Bolton station do trains to Shrewsbury leave from?
Trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury leave from Bolton. The station is 1 km from Bolton city centre at Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE.
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
City-centre transport
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Trains from Bolton to Shrewsbury arrive at Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury is from Shrewsbury city centre.
ShrewsburyShrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Bus511, 512 · 0m · £2 · every ~2 min
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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