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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Shrewsbury
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €6
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €8
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 14 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 6
- Distance
- 63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 trains from Birmingham to Shrewsbury, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
7:26 AM 1h21 Birmingham 8:47 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:26 AM 1h21 Birmingham 9:47 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers6:26 AM 1h24 Birmingham 7:50 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers5:26 AM 1h24 Birmingham 6:50 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:22 AM 1h01 Birmingham 10:23 AM Shrewsbury €9 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:22 AM 1h01 Birmingham 10:23 AM Shrewsbury €9 1 One-way 0 transfers8:22 AM 1h01 Birmingham 9:23 AM Shrewsbury €15 1 One-way 0 transfers8:26 AM 1h21 Birmingham 9:47 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers7:26 AM 1h21 Birmingham 8:47 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers6:26 AM 1h24 Birmingham 7:50 AM Shrewsbury €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Shrewsbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 55m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Birmingham to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Shrewsbury trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70184 | 8:25 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h10 | 9:35 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70189 | 9:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 11:07 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38592 | 10:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 11:21 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70192 | 10:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 12:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43651 | 11:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 12:22 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70195 | 11:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 1:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38593 | 12:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 1:23 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70198 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 2:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44313 | 1:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h58 | 2:20 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70201 | 1:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 3:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38596 | 2:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 3:22 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70204 | 2:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 4:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44306 | 3:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 4:25 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70207 | 3:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 5:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38600 | 4:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 5:23 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70210 | 4:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 6:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43695 | 5:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 6:22 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70213 | 5:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 7:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38608 | 6:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 7:22 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70216 | 6:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 8:07 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44969 | 7:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h58 | 8:22 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Shrewsbury
Most Birmingham to Shrewsbury trains use the Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: 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.
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