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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Shrewsbury
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
126 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Shrewsbury will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Newport for Shrewsbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
04:381h47
Newport06:25Shrewsbury
£261One-way
0 changes
07:071h46
Newport08:53Shrewsbury
£301One-way
0 changes
07:071h46
Newport08:53Shrewsbury
£301One-way
0 changes
04:381h47
Newport06:25Shrewsbury
£261One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newport to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 126 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newport to Shrewsbury train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:22
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:38 Newport | 1h47 | 06:25 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:07 Newport | 1h47 | 09:54 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Shrewsbury
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Trains from Newport to Shrewsbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 23:20 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Newport to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Newport and Shrewsbury from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£19
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Newport to Shrewsbury train
FAQs: Travel by train from Newport to Shrewsbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newport to Shrewsbury.
Booking trains from Newport to Shrewsbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Newport to Shrewsbury is 126 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Newport and Shrewsbury. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
The cost of a train ticket from Newport to Shrewsbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Newport to Shrewsbury covers a distance of 126 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Newport to Shrewsbury leaves at 4:35.
To get from Newport to Shrewsbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Shrewsbury is by coach, costing approximately £24.
The train station in Newport that goes to Shrewsbury is Newport (South Wales) (NWP), and it arrives at Shrewsbury station (SHR).
The last train from Newport to Shrewsbury departs at 23:20.
Trains from Newport to Shrewsbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newport to Shrewsbury.
There is no night train service from Newport to Shrewsbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Shrewsbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Shrewsbury
Newport
Shrewsbury
The major train station for departures in Newport is Newport (South Wales). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newport (South Wales) for your trip from Newport to Shrewsbury.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
Parking
- Car Park: High Street
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Newport (South Wales)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
The major train station for arrivals in Shrewsbury is Shrewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shrewsbury for your journey to Shrewsbury from Newport.
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Shrewsbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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