4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Shrewsbury will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chester for Shrewsbury on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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 Chester to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Shrewsbury trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L64762 | On time 8:20 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 9:12 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 L02111+L64720 | On time 8:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h08 | 9:40 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| L64478 | On time 9:24 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 10:16 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02114+L64722 | On time 9:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h14 | 10:46 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| L64765 | On time 10:20 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h53 | 11:13 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02118+L64724 | On time 10:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h09 | 11:41 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| 3:15 AM Chester | 1h01 | 4:16 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:16 AM Chester | 0h49 | 7:05 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 AM Chester | 0h52 | 8:12 AM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Shrewsbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 49m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Shrewsbury from €8. 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 Chester to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester to Shrewsbury
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via 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 Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- 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: At the bus stop outside the station front
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- 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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