The cheapest and fastest trains from Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Craven Arms station (CRV) 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 Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Craven Arms station (CRV) for Shrewsbury station (SHR) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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 for Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:36 Craven Arms station (CRV) | 0h28 | 08:04 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Trains from Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 24m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 20:26 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Craven Arms station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Craven Arms station (CRV) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) from £8. 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 station (CRV) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Craven Arms station (CRV) 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 Craven Arms station (CRV) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
- 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 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
