The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilmslow for Shrewsbury on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
6:49 PM0h55Wilmslow7:44 PMShrewsbury$261One-way0 transfers
11:49 AM0h52Wilmslow12:41 PMShrewsbury$281One-way0 transfers
11:49 AM0h52Wilmslow12:41 PMShrewsbury$281One-way0 transfers
6:49 PM0h55Wilmslow7:44 PMShrewsbury$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury costing on average $34 (€27).
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (57m by train vs 1h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
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
Wilmslow to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:49 AM Wilmslow | 0h52 | 12:41 PM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:49 PM Wilmslow | 0h55 | 7:44 PM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
Trains from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wilmslow and Shrewsbury from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
- 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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