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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Preston (Lancs)

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31

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs).

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:28
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:31
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    2 hrs 1 change
    14:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:54
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:26
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:28
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:51
    Shrewsbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Shrewsbury to Preston (Lancs)

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

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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

Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shrewsbury & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Preston (Lancs).

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