The cheapest and fastest trains from Craven Arms to Ludlow
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Craven Arms to Ludlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Craven Arms to Ludlow will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Craven Arms for Ludlow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Craven Arms to Ludlow
Trains from Craven Arms to Ludlow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 8m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Craven Arms to Ludlow trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Craven Arms and Ludlow from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Craven Arms to Ludlow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Craven Arms to Ludlow 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 Ludlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Craven Arms and Ludlow
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) is available via a ramp from Ash Close. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is available from the car park. Both platforms are connected via a footbridge or a long detour.
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 16:45 Saturday 06:45 - 12:45 Sunday Closed The ticket office is operated by a third party ticketing agent.
- Car Park: Ludlow Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available on Platform 2.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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