The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford to Shrewsbury will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 6 trains that leave Telford for Shrewsbury every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
G385846:590h22Telford Central (TFC)7:21Shrewsbury station (SHR)£51One-way0 changes
G383527:590h25Telford Central (TFC)8:24Shrewsbury station (SHR)£51One-way0 changes
W701887:250h25Telford Central (TFC)7:50Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
C169867:330h23Telford Central (TFC)7:56Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
W701908:250h22Telford Central (TFC)8:47Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
G385846:590h22Telford Central (TFC)7:21Shrewsbury station (SHR)£51One-way0 changes
W701908:250h22Telford Central (TFC)8:47Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
C169867:330h23Telford Central (TFC)7:56Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
W701856:370h23Telford Central (TFC)7:00Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
W701887:250h25Telford Central (TFC)7:50Shrewsbury station (SHR)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Telford to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 21 km
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53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Telford to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford to Shrewsbury trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:59 Telford | 0h22 | 6:21 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:58 Telford | 0h25 | 9:23 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:58 Telford | 0h25 | 10:23 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:58 Telford | 0h24 | 11:22 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:59 Telford | 0h23 | 14:22 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:43 Telford | 0h22 | 0:05 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford to Shrewsbury
Trains from Telford to Shrewsbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 21m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:45 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Telford to Shrewsbury trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Telford and Shrewsbury from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Telford to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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 Telford and Shrewsbury
Most Telford to Shrewsbury trains use the Telford Central to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Telford station do trains to Shrewsbury leave from?
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Oakengates from Telford city centre
Oakengates is 1 km from Telford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oakengates train station facilities and services
Oakengates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oakengates.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oakengates: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oakengates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakengates: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: No.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Telford 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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