C16972 · C1701118:332h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:55Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
C16976 · C1701219:332h23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)21:56Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
C16969+
G3889218:121h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:44Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
W34121+
Y6171718:431h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:31Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
C16969+
G3837418:122h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:24Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
C16969+
G3889218:121h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:44Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
G38633+
C0800518:321h43Liverpool James Street (LVJ)20:15Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
W34121+
Y6171718:431h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:31Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
C17016+
W4483120:081h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)21:58Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
G38648+
C0801319:471h51Liverpool James Street (LVJ)21:38Shrewsbury station (SHR)£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Shrewsbury
The cheapest option from Liverpool to Shrewsbury is train, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Shrewsbury among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 79 km
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1h 51m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C16969+ G38892 | 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h32 | 19:44 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
C16969+ G38374 | 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h12 | 20:24 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
G38633+ C08005 | 18:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1h43 | 20:15 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
C16972 · C17011 | 18:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h22 | 20:55 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
Y61717+ W34121 | 18:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h48 | 20:31 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
C16976 · C17012 | 19:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h23 | 21:56 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
G38648+ C08013 | 19:47 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1h51 | 21:38 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
C17016+ W44831 | 20:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 21:58 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
G38504+ C08015 | 20:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2h06 | 22:23 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Shrewsbury
Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Liverpool to Shrewsbury, including direct trains, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Lowest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail from Liverpool to Shrewsbury trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool and Shrewsbury from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Shrewsbury
Most Liverpool to Shrewsbury trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Liverpool 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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