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Trains from Reading West to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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30

train journeys
per day

114

miles (184 kms)

3hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Shrewsbury is approximately 114 miles (184 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:27
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:57
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:16
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:50
    Reading West
    Shrewsbury
    Reading West to Shrewsbury

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 West and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Reading West and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 West & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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