The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shrewsbury station (SHR) for Manchester Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
8:502h25Shrewsbury station (SHR)11:15Manchester Airport£271One-way0 changes
8:502h25Shrewsbury station (SHR)11:15Manchester Airport£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 79 km
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2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:51 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h24 | 11:15 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 09:54. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 8:50 |
Last train 9:54 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury station (SHR) and Manchester Airport from £22. 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 station (SHR) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury station (SHR) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury station (SHR) and Manchester Airport
- 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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