The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Stoke-on-Trent 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 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
8:321h17Shrewsbury9:49Stoke-on-Trent£201One-way0 changes
10:591h20Shrewsbury12:19Stoke-on-Trent£261One-way0 changes
8:321h17Shrewsbury9:49Stoke-on-Trent£201One-way0 changes
10:591h20Shrewsbury12:19Stoke-on-Trent£261One-way0 changes
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:32 Shrewsbury | 1h17 | 9:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:59 Shrewsbury | 1h20 | 12:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Shrewsbury to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: 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.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Shrewsbury arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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