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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Liverpool
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 46 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Liverpool will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Shrewsbury to Liverpool, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
3:27 PM1h42Shrewsbury5:09 PMLiverpool€291One-way0 transfers- 10:19 AM1h45Shrewsbury12:04 PMLiverpool€431One-way0 transfers
- 6:49 AM1h53Shrewsbury8:42 AMLiverpool€441One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM1h42Shrewsbury9:09 AMLiverpool€441One-way0 transfers
- 3:27 PM1h42Shrewsbury5:09 PMLiverpool€291One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM1h42Shrewsbury9:09 AMLiverpool€441One-way0 transfers
- 10:19 AM1h45Shrewsbury12:04 PMLiverpool€431One-way0 transfers
- 6:49 AM1h53Shrewsbury8:42 AMLiverpool€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Shrewsbury to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. 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 bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Liverpool:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Shrewsbury to Liverpool costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Liverpool 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 |
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| 8:27 AM Shrewsbury | 1h42 | 10:09 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:19 AM Shrewsbury | 1h45 | 12:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:27 PM Shrewsbury | 1h42 | 6:09 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Liverpool
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Trains from Shrewsbury to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Mersey Rail from Shrewsbury to Liverpool trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Mersey Rail trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Liverpool from €23. 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 Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Shrewsbury to Liverpool
Most Shrewsbury to Liverpool trains use the Shrewsbury to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Liverpool 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 Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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