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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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43

train journeys
per day

126

miles (204 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Shrewsbury is approximately 126 miles (204 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Shrewsbury.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    4 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Cambridge
    Shrewsbury
    Cambridge to Shrewsbury

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Cambridge and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Cambridge and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Shrewsbury.

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