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Trains from Northampton to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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28

train journeys
per day

84

miles (135 kms)

2hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Northampton to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Northampton and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Northampton to Shrewsbury is approximately 84 miles (135 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Shrewsbury.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Northampton to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Northampton to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:07
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    16:20
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:10
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    17:35
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:40
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Northampton
    Shrewsbury
    Northampton to Shrewsbury

About Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Northampton and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Northampton and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Northampton and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Amenities on trains between Northampton 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 Northampton & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Shrewsbury.

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