The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 4 trains that leave Chester station (CTR) for Shrewsbury station (SHR) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:20 Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 08:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:03 Chester station (CTR) | 0h55 | 08:58 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Chester station (CTR) | 0h54 | 11:22 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:31 Chester station (CTR) | 2h08 | 20:39 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Trains from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 49m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester station (CTR) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester station (CTR) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) 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 station (SHR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester station (CTR) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
