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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Welshpool to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welshpool to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welshpool to Shrewsbury will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Welshpool for Shrewsbury on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
6:57 PM0h22Welshpool7:19 PMShrewsbury$71One-way0 transfers
- 6:57 PM0h22Welshpool7:19 PMShrewsbury$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Welshpool to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Welshpool to Shrewsbury:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Welshpool to Shrewsbury costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 9m faster (24m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly $0.03 (€0.02) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $8 (€6)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Welshpool to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Welshpool to Shrewsbury trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:54 PM Welshpool | 0h22 | 1:16 PM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welshpool to Shrewsbury
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Trains from Welshpool to Shrewsbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 6:46 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Welshpool to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Welshpool and Shrewsbury from $7 (€5). 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 Welshpool to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Welshpool to Shrewsbury
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Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and handrails.
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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