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Compare train for Hereford to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 23, while a train costs an average of CHF 23.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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CHF 23 Average price Cheapest | CHF 17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Hereford to Shrewsbury
Compare the available ways to get from Hereford to Shrewsbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (56m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around CHF 23 compared to roughly CHF 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.
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.
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How to get from Hereford to Shrewsbury by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hereford to Shrewsbury is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:55 AM 0h59 Hereford 10:54 AM Shrewsbury CHF 22 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:55 AM 0h59 Hereford 10:54 AM Shrewsbury CHF 22 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

2:27 PM 0h56 Hereford 3:23 PM Shrewsbury CHF 24 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hereford and Shrewsbury as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Hereford station (HFD) and arrive in Shrewsbury station (SHR).
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Shrewsbury by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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