The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Southampton
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Southampton will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Southampton on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Shrewsbury to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 221 km
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€51 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Southampton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Shrewsbury | 4h12 | 12:02 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Southampton
Trains from Shrewsbury to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 221 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 221 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Shrewsbury to Southampton trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Southampton from €29. 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 Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Shrewsbury to Southampton
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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