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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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29

train journeys
per day

168

miles (271 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

04:31 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend East to Shrewsbury is approximately 168 miles (271 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 37 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Shrewsbury.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Southend East to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:31
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:45
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:24
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:48
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    17:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Southend East
    Shrewsbury
    Southend East to Shrewsbury

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Southend East and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Southend East and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Southend East and Shrewsbury typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southend East 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 Southend East & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Shrewsbury.

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