The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Stratford-upon-Avon 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 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
9:592h35Shrewsbury12:34Stratford-upon-Avon£151One-way0 changes
9:052h41Shrewsbury11:46Stratford-upon-Avon£221One-way0 changes
9:592h35Shrewsbury12:34Stratford-upon-Avon£151One-way0 changes
9:052h41Shrewsbury11:46Stratford-upon-Avon£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:40 Shrewsbury | 3h39 | 13:19 Stratford-upon-Avon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon
Trains from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 22:01 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Stratford-upon-Avon from £15. 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 Stratford-upon-Avon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Stratford-upon-Avon
Most Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon trains use the Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon station pair, with some services arriving at Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Stratford-upon-Avon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon station do trains from Shrewsbury arrive at?
Getting to Stratford-upon-Avon from Stratford-upon-Avon city centre
Stratford-upon-Avon train station facilities and services
Stratford-upon-Avon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford-upon-Avon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford-upon-Avon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway from Stratford-upon-Avon city centre
Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway is 2 km from Stratford-upon-Avon city centre. Public transport options include:
Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway train station facilities and services
Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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