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Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Slough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Slough 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 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 199 km
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5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Slough
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Trains from Shrewsbury to Slough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 3h 51m.
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 199 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 02:43 |
Last train 19:22 |
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: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Slough trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Slough from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
West Midlands Trains frequency
22 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
£136
Transport for Wales frequency
28 a day
FAQs: Shrewsbury to Slough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a visit to Slough, one to two days is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the area, considering its proximity to Windsor and other nearby sites.
Booking trains from Shrewsbury to Slough 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 Slough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £24.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Slough covers a distance of 199 km and takes approximately 3h 51m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Slough offers a mix of scenic countryside views, especially when traveling through the rural landscapes of Shropshire and the Chiltern Hills, before approaching the more urban areas near Slough.
The train distance from Shrewsbury to Slough is 199 km.
The train station in Shrewsbury that goes to Slough is Shrewsbury station (SHR), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The first train from Shrewsbury to Slough leaves at 2:43.
Trains from Shrewsbury to Slough run approximately 5 times per day.
The last train from Shrewsbury to Slough departs at 19:22.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shrewsbury to Slough.
Yes, you can take the train from Shrewsbury to Slough.
There is no night train service from Shrewsbury to Slough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shrewsbury to Slough.
A day trip from Shrewsbury to Slough is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 51m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 199 km.
To get from Shrewsbury to Slough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Slough
Shrewsbury
Slough
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 Slough.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
The major train station for arrivals in Slough is Slough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Slough for your journey to Slough from Shrewsbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 36 places, covered
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Slough
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
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