The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 10 trains that leave Whitchurch for Shrewsbury every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
9:430h27Whitchurch (shrops)10:10Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
10:310h23Whitchurch (shrops)10:54Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
11:480h26Whitchurch (shrops)12:14Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
13:420h27Whitchurch (shrops)14:09Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
15:420h27Whitchurch (shrops)16:09Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
10:310h23Whitchurch (shrops)10:54Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
11:480h26Whitchurch (shrops)12:14Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
23:520h26Whitchurch (shrops)0:18Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
9:430h27Whitchurch (shrops)10:10Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
13:420h27Whitchurch (shrops)14:09Shrewsbury£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Whitchurch to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Whitchurch to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitchurch to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:43 Whitchurch (shrops) | 0h27 | 10:10 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:31 Whitchurch (shrops) | 0h23 | 10:54 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:48 Whitchurch (shrops) | 0h26 | 12:14 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:42 Whitchurch (shrops) | 0h27 | 14:09 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:42 Whitchurch (shrops) | 0h27 | 16:09 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury
Trains from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 18m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Whitchurch to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Whitchurch and Shrewsbury from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Whitchurch to Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitchurch 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Whitchurch and Shrewsbury
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) is via a footbridge with 44 steps. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Crewe) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via the footbridge
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stops close to the station entrance on Station Road. Shrewsbury direction - bus stop on station side of the road; Crewe direction- bus stop after turning for Wayland Road.
- 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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