Shrewsbury to Harrogate train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Harrogate

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

4 h 16 m

Average duration

4 h 23 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

164 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Harrogate will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Harrogate 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 164 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.

Northern Rail (3)
09:544h16
Shrewsbury
14:10Harrogate
£351One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
07:404h30
Shrewsbury
12:10Harrogate
£921One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Harrogate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Harrogate 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 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 164 km

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Coach

£73

Average Price

£24

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Cheapest

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 21m

Average total duration

7h 51m

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Live departures

Shrewsbury to Harrogate train times

The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Harrogate trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for Wales10:55 Shrewsbury
4h08
15:03 Harrogate3 changes
Sunday 21 December
cross_country07:40 Shrewsbury
4h30
12:10 Harrogate0 changesdirect
northern_rail09:54 Shrewsbury
4h16
14:10 Harrogate0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Shrewsbury to Harrogate by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Harrogate

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Trains from Shrewsbury to Harrogate run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 14:46. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 38m.

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
164 km
Average train duration
4h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 38m
First train
05:18
Last train
14:46
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 Shrewsbury to Harrogate trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Harrogate from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£69
Transport for Wales frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Shrewsbury to Harrogate train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Harrogate 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 Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Shrewsbury to Harrogate is 164 km.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Harrogate covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 3h 38m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Shrewsbury to Harrogate leaves at 5:18.
To fully enjoy Harrogate's attractions, including the Royal Pump Room Museum, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, and the Turkish Baths, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
The last train from Shrewsbury to Harrogate departs at 14:46.
Trains from Shrewsbury to Harrogate run approximately 5 times per day.
A day trip from Shrewsbury to Harrogate is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 38m. However, there are 5 trains available per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shrewsbury to Harrogate.
There is no night train service from Shrewsbury to Harrogate.
Booking trains from Shrewsbury to Harrogate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Harrogate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Harrogate is by coach, costing approximately £24.
To get from Shrewsbury to Harrogate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Shrewsbury that goes to Harrogate is Shrewsbury station (SHR), and it arrives at Harrogate station (HGT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shrewsbury to Harrogate.
Yes, you can take the train from Shrewsbury to Harrogate.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Harrogate offers scenic views, especially through the picturesque landscapes of the Shropshire Hills and the Yorkshire Dales, providing a charming experience of rural England.

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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Harrogate

Shrewsbury
Harrogate
The major train station for departures in Shrewsbury is Shrewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shrewsbury for your trip from Shrewsbury to Harrogate.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Forecourt
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On Platform 7
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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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