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Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
Shrewsbury's main museum, with local history, archaeology, art, and the famous Shropshire Mammoth in a restored music hall.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Shrewsbury will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Shrewsbury without transferring at least once.
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W70196Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$55 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Shrewsbury:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Shrewsbury costing on average $55 (€44).
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 27m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $55 (€44) compared to roughly $52 (€42) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Shrewsbury trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G38970+ G00668 | Delayed 10:06 AM 10:22 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h29 | 12:51 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G39025+ C00797 | Delayed 10:28 AM 10:40 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h34 | 1:14 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
C50036+ G38973 | On time 11:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h41 | 1:52 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G01071+ W44313 | On time 11:31 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h49 | 2:20 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
G66987+ G38585 | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h46 | 9:21 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G66716+ W70193 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h47 | 9:47 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
W34663+ G38947 | 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h46 | 9:53 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G01060+ G38356 | 7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h44 | 10:17 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G66721+ W70196 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h46 | 10:47 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
G15526 · G14933+ G38967 | 8:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h45 | 10:53 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bristol to Shrewsbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Shrewsbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Shrewsbury trip today.
Shrewsbury's main museum, with local history, archaeology, art, and the famous Shropshire Mammoth in a restored music hall.
Military museum inside Shrewsbury Castle, presenting the history of the King's Shropshire Light Infantry and related regiments.
Independent gallery showing contemporary visual art and craft, valued for changing exhibitions in an intimate town-centre space.
Riverside parkland and promenade that is central to local life, festivals, walks, and classic views of Shrewsbury's skyline.
Distinctive cobbled shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and one of the town's best historic scenes.
Sunken formal garden within the Quarry, famed for seasonal planting, floral displays, and peaceful seating near the river.
A rich fruit loaf linked to Shropshire fairs and tea tables, baked with dried fruit and spice. It is a classic regional bake with strong county identity.
A traditional county pie filled with bacon, apples, onions and potato in pastry. It reflects Shropshire farmhouse cooking and sweet-savoury local tastes.
A blue-veined cow's milk cheese made in Shropshire. Despite the name, it is now a famous regional table cheese with a creamy texture and orange rind.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in a Tudor building, known for tasting menus, polished service and modern British cooking using seasonal produce.
Well-regarded independent restaurant serving contemporary British and European plates in a smart, intimate setting near the town centre.
Stylish bistro and wine bar with modern British dishes, steaks and seafood. Popular central spot with a lively but refined atmosphere.
Moderate for UK travel. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes often just use a small tip jar.
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Shrewsbury Railway Station -> Shrewsbury Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

Most Bristol to Shrewsbury trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Shrewsbury.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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