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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
22:4010h33Shrewsbury9:13BournemouthFind prices1 change
5:184h55Shrewsbury10:13Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change- 6:304h42Shrewsbury11:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 7:304h42Shrewsbury12:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 8:324h43Shrewsbury13:15Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 6:304h42Shrewsbury11:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 7:304h42Shrewsbury12:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 9:304h42Shrewsbury14:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 10:304h42Shrewsbury15:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
- 11:304h42Shrewsbury16:12Bournemouth£1821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £182.
Distance: 229 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£182 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:18 Shrewsbury | 4h55 | 10:13 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 6:30 Shrewsbury | 4h42 | 11:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 7:30 Shrewsbury | 4h42 | 12:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 8:32 Shrewsbury | 4h43 | 13:15 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 9:30 Shrewsbury | 4h42 | 14:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 10:30 Shrewsbury | 4h42 | 15:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Shrewsbury | 4h42 | 16:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Shrewsbury | 4h51 | 17:21 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 13:30 Shrewsbury | 4h47 | 18:17 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
| 14:30 Shrewsbury | 4h44 | 19:14 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £182 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £182 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Bournemouth from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Bournemouth
Most Shrewsbury to Bournemouth trains use the Shrewsbury to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
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.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Shrewsbury arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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