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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
30
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe station (CRE) 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 Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR), including 30 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
W44835_G385486:380h47Crewe station (CRE)7:25Shrewsbury station (SHR)£71One-way0 changes- W452177:330h51Crewe station (CRE)8:24Shrewsbury station (SHR)£71One-way0 changes
- G3864820:231h15Crewe station (CRE)21:38Shrewsbury station (SHR)£71One-way0 changes
- W0071022:190h49Crewe station (CRE)23:08Shrewsbury station (SHR)£71One-way0 changes
- G385444:450h33Crewe station (CRE)5:18Shrewsbury station (SHR)£71One-way0 changes
- G388709:100h30Crewe station (CRE)9:40Shrewsbury station (SHR)£161One-way0 changes
- G388635:070h30Crewe station (CRE)5:37Shrewsbury station (SHR)£151One-way0 changes
- G3888215:100h30Crewe station (CRE)15:40Shrewsbury station (SHR)£161One-way0 changes
- G3887813:100h31Crewe station (CRE)13:41Shrewsbury station (SHR)£161One-way0 changes
- G3887411:100h31Crewe station (CRE)11:41Shrewsbury station (SHR)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 47 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR):
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Shrewsbury station (SHR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (42m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38544 | On time 4:45 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h33 | 5:18 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38863 | On time 5:07 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h30 | 5:37 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61722 | On time 5:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h46 | 6:05 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38864 | 5:54 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h38 | 6:32 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W44835_G38548 | 6:38 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h47 | 7:25 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38866 | 7:09 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h34 | 7:43 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45217 | 7:33 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h51 | 8:24 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38868 | 8:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h36 | 8:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38870 | 9:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h30 | 9:40 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61646 | 9:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 10:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38873 | 10:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h36 | 10:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38874 | 11:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h31 | 11:41 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W43480 | 11:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 12:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38877 | 12:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h35 | 12:45 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38878 | 13:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h31 | 13:41 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W43481 | 13:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 14:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38880 | 14:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h35 | 14:45 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38882 | 15:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h30 | 15:40 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W43447 | 15:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 16:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38885 | 16:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h36 | 16:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38886 | 17:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h34 | 17:44 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45210 | 17:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h53 | 18:12 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38890 | 18:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h39 | 18:49 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38892 | 19:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h34 | 19:44 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61717 | 19:36 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h55 | 20:31 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W44838 | 20:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h39 | 20:49 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38648 | 20:23 Crewe station (CRE) | 1h15 | 21:38 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W44831 | 21:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h48 | 21:58 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00710 | 22:19 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h49 | 23:08 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W44845 | 23:18 Crewe station (CRE) | 0h48 | 0:06 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
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Trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 30m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Crewe station (CRE) 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: Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe station (CRE) 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 Crewe station (CRE) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Most Crewe station (CRE) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains use the Crewe to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Crewe station (CRE) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
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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