Cardiff to Shrewsbury train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Shrewsbury

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$28

Average price

$40

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

2 h 2 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to Shrewsbury will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff for Shrewsbury on Wed, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.

Transport for Wales
05:19AM2h06
Cardiff
07:25AMShrewsbury
$281One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
05:12AM2h09
Cardiff
07:21AMShrewsbury
$341One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
11:23AM1h59
Cardiff
01:22PMShrewsbury
$401One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
06:23PM2h03
Cardiff
08:26PMShrewsbury
$401One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
11:25AM1h55
Cardiff
01:20PMShrewsbury
$561One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Shrewsbury

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Trains from Cardiff to Shrewsbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $30 (€25)
Distance
86 miles (139 km)
Average train duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$34 (€27)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 59m
First train
04:32
Last train
23:31
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $30 (€25)

Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Shrewsbury trains

Buy your official Transport for Wales train tickets from Cardiff to Shrewsbury from $37 (€30) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Train information from Cardiff to Shrewsbury with Transport for Wales:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $37

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Shrewsbury

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cardiff to Shrewsbury

Cardiff
Shrewsbury
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Shrewsbury.
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
  • Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
  • Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Shrewsbury is Shrewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shrewsbury for your journey to Shrewsbury from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Forecourt
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On Platform 7
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Shrewsbury
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt

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