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Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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18

train journeys
per day

166

miles (267 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Rochester 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 Rochester to Shrewsbury is approximately 166 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 10 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Shrewsbury.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochester to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Rochester to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:43
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:05
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    5 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    23:05
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    23:17
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    19:05
    5 hrs 3 changes
    00:05
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    20:32
    10 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    06:49
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    23:34
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Rochester
    Shrewsbury
    Rochester to Shrewsbury

About Rochester Station

Station name Rochester (RTR)
Address Rochester station, 86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:45 - 13:25
Sunday Closed
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 Rochester and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Rochester and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochester 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 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Shrewsbury.

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