The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wem
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wem will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Wem, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
8:332h20London10:53Wem£531One-way0 changes
8:332h20London10:53Wem£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Wem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wem:
A train is £0.66 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Wem costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Wem take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 25m.
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (2h 22m by train vs 3h 46m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £44). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Wem train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wem 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 London | 3h22 | 15:32 Wem | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London to Wem by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wem
Trains from London to Wem run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 1:05 |
Last train 21:10 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Wem trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Wem 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: London to Wem train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wem 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 Wem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Wem
Most London to Wem trains use the London Euston to Wem station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Which Wem station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Wem from Wem city centre
Wem train station facilities and services
Wem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wem.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wem: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Wem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wem: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Crewe) from the car park and main road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Shrewsbury) from Aston Road. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing, 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.
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