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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 54 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) you need to make at least one change.
G38399 · G388738:252h21Manchester Airport (MIA)10:46Shrewsbury station (SHR)£171One-way1 change- G38403 · G388749:252h16Manchester Airport (MIA)11:41Shrewsbury station (SHR)£221One-way1 change
- G38405 · G3887710:252h20Manchester Airport (MIA)12:45Shrewsbury station (SHR)£281One-way1 change
- G38870+
W851688:041h36Manchester Airport (MIA)9:40Shrewsbury station (SHR)£331One-way1 change - G38873+W851709:041h42Manchester Airport (MIA)10:46Shrewsbury station (SHR)£331One-way1 change
- G38870+W851688:041h36Manchester Airport (MIA)9:40Shrewsbury station (SHR)£331One-way1 change
- G38874+W8517710:041h37Manchester Airport (MIA)11:41Shrewsbury station (SHR)£331One-way1 change
- G38873+W851709:041h42Manchester Airport (MIA)10:46Shrewsbury station (SHR)£331One-way1 change
- G38403 · G388749:252h16Manchester Airport (MIA)11:41Shrewsbury station (SHR)£221One-way1 change
- G38405 · G3887710:252h20Manchester Airport (MIA)12:45Shrewsbury station (SHR)£281One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 79 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR):
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Shrewsbury station (SHR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 23m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-17.19. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38390 · G38868 | On time 6:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h21 | 8:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
| G38868+W85165 | Delayed 6:30 7:04Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h42 | 8:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
| G38394 · G38870 | On time 7:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 9:40 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
| G38870+W85168 | Delayed 7:30 8:04Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h36 | 9:40 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
| G38399 · G38873 | On time 8:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h21 | 10:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
| G38873+W85170 | Delayed 8:30 9:04Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h42 | 10:46 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 20:01 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular trains to and from Shrewsbury station (SHR) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
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