How to get to Pwllheli from Shrewsbury

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Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Pwllheli

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 114 km

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£26

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Cheapest

£24

Average Price

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4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is a train with an average price of £26.
The fastest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Shrewsbury and Pwllheli including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£2. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli

How to get to Pwllheli from Shrewsbury by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transport for Wales
    20:323h34
    Shrewsbury
    0:06Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Transport for Wales
    20:323h34
    Shrewsbury
    0:06Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Transport for Wales
    20:323h34
    Shrewsbury
    0:06Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Transport for Wales
    9:303h43
    Shrewsbury
    13:13Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    7:273h46
    Shrewsbury
    11:13Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    17:293h47
    Shrewsbury
    21:16Pwllheli
    £431One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Pwllheli by train

The most popular day trips by train from Pwllheli are Porthmadog, Caernarfon, Criccieth, Harlech and Barmouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Pwllheli on Omio.

A view of Barmouth

Day trip from Pwllheli to Barmouth by train

Why visit Barmouth for the day?

Barmouth is a seaside town on Cardigan Bay, known for its wide sandy beach, harbour and estuary views. It mixes a traditional holiday-town atmosphere with hillside cottages and easy access to the coast and southern Eryri.

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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Pwllheli

Travel to Pwllheli easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Shrewsbury and Pwllheli including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is a train with an average price of £26.
The fastest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.
The Shrewsbury to Pwllheli distance is approximately 114 km.
The average frequency per day from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Shrewsbury and Pwllheli as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli:
  • Trains mostly depart from Shrewsbury station (SHR) and arrive in Pwllheli station (PWL).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Pwllheli by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
Omio customers who travel from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli often also extend their vacation to go to Manchester, Barmouth station (BRM), Porthmadog, London, Birmingham International Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pwllheli and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Shrewsbury to Pwllheli, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To fully enjoy Pwllheli's beautiful beaches, explore its local markets, and experience nearby attractions like Snowdonia National Park, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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