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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Welshpool station (WLP) for Shrewsbury station (SHR) 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 27 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 27 km
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54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| L64467 | On time 06:46 Welshpool station (WLP) | 0h23 | 07:09 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64690 | On time 07:54 Welshpool station (WLP) | 0h24 | 08:18 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64473 | On time 08:54 Welshpool station (WLP) | 0h24 | 09:18 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64696 | On time 09:55 Welshpool station (WLP) | 0h25 | 10:20 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64479 | On time 10:56 Welshpool station (WLP) | 0h23 | 11:19 Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR)
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Trains from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 17:57. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 22m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 17:57 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Welshpool station (WLP) and Shrewsbury station (SHR) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool station (WLP) to Shrewsbury station (SHR) 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 station (SHR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Welshpool station (WLP) and Shrewsbury station (SHR)
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Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and handrails.
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.
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Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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