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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£185
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Exeter to Shrewsbury you need to make at least one change.
15:284h28Exeter19:56ShrewsburyFind prices1 change- 14:273h49Exeter18:16Shrewsbury£1591One-way2 changes
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1:078h14Exeter9:21Shrewsbury£1921One-way3 changes- 6:253h56Exeter10:21Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
- 7:204h01Exeter11:21Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
- 10:563h24Exeter14:20Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
- 14:273h49Exeter18:16Shrewsbury£1591One-way2 changes
- 8:273h52Exeter12:19Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
- 12:273h52Exeter16:19Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
- 11:273h53Exeter15:20Shrewsbury£2031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 227 km
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Live departures
Exeter to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Shrewsbury trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 5:25 Exeter | 4h29 | 9:54 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 8:27 Exeter | 3h55 | 12:22 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:27 Exeter | 3h55 | 13:22 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 1:07 Exeter | 8h14 | 9:21 Shrewsbury | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Shrewsbury run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 19:59 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Shrewsbury trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Shrewsbury from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Shrewsbury 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Shrewsbury
Most Exeter to Shrewsbury trains use the Exeter St Davids to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to Shrewsbury leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to St James' Park from Exeter city centre
St James' Park train station facilities and services
St James' Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St James' Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St James' Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St James' Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St James' Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Exeter arrive at?
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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