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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Shrewsbury will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich 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 273 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Norwich to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich 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 train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £366.
Distance: 273 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£142 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £624 Average Price |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:55 Norwich | 4h58 | 13:53 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:56 Norwich | 4h57 | 14:53 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Shrewsbury
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Trains from Norwich to Shrewsbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £139 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 273 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £139 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 18:59 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Shrewsbury trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich 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: Norwich to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Shrewsbury
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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