The cheapest and fastest trains from Tamworth to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tamworth to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Tamworth to Shrewsbury you need to make at least one change.
21:081h49Tamworth22:57ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
21:521h44Tamworth23:36ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
22:081h56Tamworth0:04ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
20:491h31Tamworth22:20Shrewsbury£481One-way1 change
23:101h43Tamworth0:53Shrewsbury£481One-way1 change
20:491h31Tamworth22:20Shrewsbury£481One-way1 change
23:101h43Tamworth0:53Shrewsbury£481One-way1 change
21:521h44Tamworth23:36ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
21:081h49Tamworth22:57ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
22:081h56Tamworth0:04ShrewsburyFind prices1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tamworth to Shrewsbury
Trains from Tamworth to Shrewsbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Tamworth to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Tamworth and Shrewsbury from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
Cross Country
West Midlands Trains
FAQs: Tamworth to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tamworth to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tamworth and Shrewsbury
Most Tamworth to Shrewsbury trains use the Tamworth to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Tamworth and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Tamworth station do trains to Shrewsbury leave from?
Getting to Tamworth from Tamworth city centre
Tamworth train station facilities and services
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: 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: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Tamworth arrive at?
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.
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