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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€102
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Shrewsbury will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury without transferring at least once.
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G388705:48 AM3h52Glasgow Central (GLC)9:40 AMShrewsbury station (SHR)€531One-way1 transfer- W33939 · W34207+G388684:28 AM4h18Glasgow Central (GLC)8:46 AMShrewsbury station (SHR)€1511One-way2 transfers
- W34271+G388705:48 AM3h52Glasgow Central (GLC)9:40 AMShrewsbury station (SHR)€531One-way1 transfer
- W33939 · W34207+G388684:28 AM4h18Glasgow Central (GLC)8:46 AMShrewsbury station (SHR)€1511One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Glasgow to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 364 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Shrewsbury:
A train is €36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Shrewsbury costing on average €99.
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 45m.
Bus takes on average 8h 20m.
Live departures
Glasgow to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Shrewsbury trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34181 · W34265+G38873 | On time 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h17 | 10:46 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2 transfers | |
| W33903+G38874 | On time 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 11:41 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| W34039 · W33933+G38877 | On time 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h07 | 12:45 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2 transfers | |
| C01362+G38878 | On time 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h01 | 1:41 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
| W33973 · W34060+G38880 | On time 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h07 | 2:45 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2 transfers | |
| W34160+G38882 | On time 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h44 | 3:40 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Shrewsbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 364 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 364 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Shrewsbury trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Shrewsbury from €21. 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 Glasgow to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Shrewsbury
Most Glasgow to Shrewsbury trains use the Glasgow Central to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains from Glasgow 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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