The cheapest and fastest trains from Wrexham to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wrexham to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wrexham to Shrewsbury will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wrexham for Shrewsbury on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wrexham to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wrexham to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wrexham to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Wrexham to Shrewsbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 AM Wrexham | 1h29 | 8:12 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Wrexham | 1h00 | 9:16 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Wrexham | 0h55 | 11:22 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wrexham to Shrewsbury
Trains from Wrexham to Shrewsbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 00:31 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Wrexham to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Wrexham and Shrewsbury from $9 (€7). 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 Wrexham to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham to Shrewsbury
- Car Park: Island Green Shopping Park Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park.
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station in Retail Park (Argos)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts.
- 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 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 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station 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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