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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Shrewsbury will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Shrewsbury on Thu, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
10:32 AM1h50Liverpool12:22 PMShrewsbury$241One-way0 transfers- 8:32 AM1h41Liverpool10:13 AMShrewsbury$361One-way0 transfers
7:08 AM1h32Liverpool8:40 AMShrewsbury$531One-way0 transfers- 8:08 AM1h32Liverpool9:40 AMShrewsbury$541One-way0 transfers
- 9:32 AM1h41Liverpool11:13 AMShrewsbury$541One-way0 transfers
- 8:08 AM1h32Liverpool9:40 AMShrewsbury$541One-way0 transfers
- 7:08 AM1h32Liverpool8:40 AMShrewsbury$531One-way0 transfers
- 9:32 AM1h41Liverpool11:13 AMShrewsbury$541One-way0 transfers
- 8:32 AM1h41Liverpool10:13 AMShrewsbury$361One-way0 transfers
- 10:32 AM1h50Liverpool12:22 PMShrewsbury$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 $28, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Shrewsbury:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Shrewsbury costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $24 (€20) 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.
Live departures
Liverpool to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Shrewsbury trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 AM Liverpool | 1h32 | 9:40 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:32 AM Liverpool | 1h41 | 10:13 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Shrewsbury
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Trains from Liverpool to Shrewsbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail from Liverpool to Shrewsbury trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool and Shrewsbury from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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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