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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Plymouth will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Plymouth 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 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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 Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 277 km
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:49 Shrewsbury | 4h58 | 12:47 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:42 Shrewsbury | 6h01 | 20:43 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Plymouth
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Trains from Shrewsbury to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 277 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 277 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 18:48 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Plymouth from £31. 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 Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Plymouth
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Information 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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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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