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Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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13

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 19:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

Buy tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury. Explore the list of all train routes from Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:29
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:59
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:29
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:59
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    20:22
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    21:21
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    18:25
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    23:05
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    18:59
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    00:55
    Bury St Edmunds
    Shrewsbury
    Bury St Edmunds to Shrewsbury

About Bury St Edmunds Station

Station name Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
Address Bury St Edmunds station, Station Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 6AD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:41.

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Amenities on trains between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bury St Edmunds & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bury St Edmunds and Shrewsbury, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.