The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Newtown
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Newtown is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Newtown will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Newtown 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 43 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 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 and coach for Shrewsbury to Newtown
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Newtown among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 43 km
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1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Newtown train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Newtown trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:32 Shrewsbury | 0h37 | 20:09 Newtown | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 06:27 Shrewsbury | 0h36 | 07:03 Newtown | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Newtown
Trains from Shrewsbury to Newtown run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 36m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Newtown trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Newtown from £8. 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 Newtown train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Newtown 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 Newtown, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Newtown
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) via Brimmon Lane. There is a camber at the end of the lane leading onto the platform and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the top of the station entrance ramp
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is outside the entrance of the station on the right.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance / opposite the supermarket
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