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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Shrewsbury
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €80
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €87
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 2 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 2 h 42 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 2
- Distance
- 147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Shrewsbury will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Oxford to Shrewsbury, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
9:14 AM 2h40 Oxford 11:54 AM Shrewsbury €80 1 One-way 0 transfers10:39 AM 2h43 Oxford 1:22 PM Shrewsbury €95 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:14 AM 2h40 Oxford 11:54 AM Shrewsbury €80 1 One-way 0 transfers10:39 AM 2h43 Oxford 1:22 PM Shrewsbury €95 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Shrewsbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Oxford to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:39 AM Oxford | 3h26 | 3:05 PM Shrewsbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Oxford to Shrewsbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Shrewsbury
Most Oxford to Shrewsbury trains use the Oxford to Shrewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Shrewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Shrewsbury leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated 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 Oxford 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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