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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Birmingham will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Shrewsbury to Birmingham, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
G385458:09 AM1h00Shrewsbury station (SHR)9:09 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€61One-way0 transfers- W451989:17 AM1h00Shrewsbury station (SHR)10:17 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€61One-way0 transfers
- W4520410:30 AM1h02Shrewsbury station (SHR)11:32 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€71One-way0 transfers
W112008:40 AM1h11Shrewsbury station (SHR)9:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€71One-way0 transfers- W112039:40 AM1h11Shrewsbury station (SHR)10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
- G385458:09 AM1h00Shrewsbury station (SHR)9:09 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€61One-way0 transfers
- W451989:17 AM1h00Shrewsbury station (SHR)10:17 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€61One-way0 transfers
- W4520410:30 AM1h02Shrewsbury station (SHR)11:32 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€71One-way0 transfers
- W1120610:40 AM1h11Shrewsbury station (SHR)11:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€101One-way0 transfers
- W112039:40 AM1h11Shrewsbury station (SHR)10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. 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 €9, while a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Shrewsbury to Birmingham:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Shrewsbury to Birmingham costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W11208 | On time 8:05 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h22 | 9:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45149 | On time 8:30 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 9:31 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16884 | On time 8:59 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 10:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W11211 | On time 9:05 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h22 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38553 | On time 9:30 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h02 | 10:32 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16886 | On time 9:59 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 11:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16901 | On time 4:59 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 6:00 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W11240 | On time 5:05 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h22 | 6:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38573 | On time 5:32 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h00 | 6:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16903 | On time 5:59 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 7:00 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W11242 | On time 6:05 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h22 | 7:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38575 | On time 6:31 PM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 1h01 | 7:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Shrewsbury to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 58m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 1:31 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Shrewsbury to Birmingham trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Birmingham from €6. 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 Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Most Shrewsbury to Birmingham trains use the Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
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.
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