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Trains from Pontefract Stations to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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18

train journeys
per day

90

miles (145 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

06:19 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Pontefract Stations to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Stations to Shrewsbury is approximately 90 miles (145 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 49 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Baghill to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Stations to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:20
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Monkhill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Monkhill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Pontefract Baghill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Baghill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Pontefract Baghill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Baghill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    18:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    19:43
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Monkhill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    20:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:48
    Pontefract Baghill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Baghill to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:23
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    19:47
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    00:05
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    20:47
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    00:55
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    23:16
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    06:46
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Shrewsbury
    Pontefract Monkhill to Shrewsbury

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 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 Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Pontefract Stations 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 Pontefract Stations & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Shrewsbury.

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