The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Shrewsbury will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 2 trains that leave York for Shrewsbury on Tue, Dec 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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 York to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Shrewsbury trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:45 AM York | 3h38 | 9:23 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book York to Shrewsbury trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country offer trains services from York to Shrewsbury. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from York to Shrewsbury.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from York to Shrewsbury.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York to Shrewsbury.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from York to Shrewsbury.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to Shrewsbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Shrewsbury
Trains from York to Shrewsbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:36, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 02:36 |
Last train 23:38 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from York to Shrewsbury trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Shrewsbury from $31 (€25). 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 York to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Shrewsbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 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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