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Trains from Manchester Stations to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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21

train journeys
per day

57

miles (92 kms)

1hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:24

first / last train

16

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Shrewsbury is approximately 57 miles (92 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 49 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    06:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    07:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    07:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    08:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    09:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    10:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    11:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    12:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    13:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    15:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    16:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    17:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    18:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    19:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:30
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    20:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:30
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    21:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:30
    1 hrs 28 mins Direct
    22:58
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:32
    1 hrs 33 mins Direct
    00:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    5 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    05:28
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Shrewsbury
    Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
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 Unavailable
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 Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Shrewsbury

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Shrewsbury.

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