The cheapest and fastest trains from Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cwmbran station (CWM) 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 Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cwmbran station (CWM) for Shrewsbury station (SHR) 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 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, and a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 119 km
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Trains from Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 06:43. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 06:43 |
Last train 06:43 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cwmbran station (CWM) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cwmbran station (CWM) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cwmbran station (CWM) 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 Cwmbran station (CWM) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Cwmbran Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the station building.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- 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
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