Glasgow to Shrewsbury train

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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Shrewsbury

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

$173

Average

$174

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

07:00AM3h43

Glasgow

10:43AMShrewsbury

$1731One-way

0 transfers

05:29AM4h11

Glasgow

09:40AMShrewsbury

$1741One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Glasgow to Shrewsbury

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18

Avanti West Coast

07:00AM3h43

Glasgow

10:43AMShrewsbury

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

05:29AM4h11

Glasgow

09:40AMShrewsbury

0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

The best time to book your train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Glasgow to Shrewsbury route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Glasgow to Shrewsbury per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury.

Trains

from $135

Buses

from $59

Flights

from $54

Fastest train times from Glasgow to Shrewsbury

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

3 h 43 m

Average

3 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

364 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Shrewsbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:00AM3h43

Glasgow

10:43AMShrewsbury

$1731One-way

0 transfers

05:29AM4h11

Glasgow

09:40AMShrewsbury

$1741One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury

Distance	226 miles (364 km)
Average train duration	3 h 43 min
Average train ticket price	$173 (€146)
Train frequency	12 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express

Trains from Glasgow to Shrewsbury cover the 226 miles (364 km) long route taking on average 3 h 43 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $171 (€144), but the average price of train tickets is $173 (€146).

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express from Glasgow to Shrewsbury trains

You can travel by train between Glasgow and Shrewsbury with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express for as low as $66 (€55). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Glasgow to Shrewsbury train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: $66
Virgin Trains frequency: 12 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Glasgow to Shrewsbury with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $170

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Shrewsbury

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury 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 Glasgow to Shrewsbury.

Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Shrewsbury can start from as little as $171 (€144) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Shrewsbury is $173 (€146); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is 3 h 43 min to travel the 226 mile (364 km) long route, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury leaves at 4: 48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury leaves at 5: 40 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Glasgow to Shrewsbury which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Glasgow to Shrewsbury you can take a train with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Shrewsbury from Glasgow on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

A trip to Shrewsbury from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is March.

You have options as you can travel from Glasgow to Shrewsbury 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.