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Trains from Reading to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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38

train journeys
per day

114

miles (184 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Shrewsbury is approximately 114 miles (184 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:15
    8 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:43
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:52
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:40
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:57
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:20
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    17:49
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Reading
    Shrewsbury
    Reading to Shrewsbury

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Reading and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Reading and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Reading 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 Reading & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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