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 | Train | Birmingham New Street | Shrewsbury | Cheapest | ||||
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Shrewsbury by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Shrewsbury start from R 127. The average price for this train route is around R 508. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Shrewsbury is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 64 km. The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Shrewsbury route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Shrewsbury departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:40.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Shrewsbury was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Shrewsbury as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 113 to R 495 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 113, which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually West Midlands Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
