The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to London
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to London will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Shrewsbury for London on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.








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Compare train, bus, and flight for Shrewsbury to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €63.
Distance: 224 km
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3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to London trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L66074+ W02881 | On time 8:19 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h44 | 11:03 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
L64471+ W05678 | On time 8:30 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 3h47 | 12:17 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
L64471+ W02737 | On time 8:30 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h36 | 11:06 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
L64786+ W02873 | On time 8:49 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h41 | 11:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W05299+ C74902+ L02121 | On time 8:59 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h36 | 11:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
W05299+ W01979 | On time 8:59 AM Shrewsbury station (SHR) | 2h39 | 11:38 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:04 AM Shrewsbury | 3h59 | 11:03 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Shrewsbury | 3h48 | 11:28 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to London
Trains from Shrewsbury to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 21:33 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail from Shrewsbury to London trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Shrewsbury and London from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Shrewsbury to London
Trains from Shrewsbury to London depart from Shrewsbury's train station in the centre of town and arrive into London Euston station. This station is just a few km from London's Oxford Street. The journey from Shrewsbury to London involves one or two changes, depending on the route. For example, the route could involve a change at Crewe or two changes at Wolverhampton and Stafford. Early travellers will find the first service departs Shrewsbury just after 5:00 a.m and the last service departs just before 10:00 p.m. Depending on the route and changes, the journey takes around 2 hours 40 minutes and Virgin trains is the service provider.
FAQs: Trains from Shrewsbury to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Shrewsbury, which is located around 0.2 miles (321 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Shrewsbury to London
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 22:10 Saturday 06:30 - 22:10 Sunday 07:30 - 21:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner Shoe repairer Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All ticket machines at this station are accessible with adjustable height displays.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: On main concourse area Customers are also advised that the majority of trains have toilet facilities onboard.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Seating areas are located around the station concourse and on the platforms. There is however no dedicated and identifiable waiting room available at Marylebone station.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 2 and 3.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165 (Option 3 > Option 3)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
- Metro: Bakerloo Line.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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