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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Shrewsbury to Truro. The train trip from Shrewsbury to Truro is usually about 8 hours and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 19m |
| Lowest price | $95.56 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Shrewsbury to Truro?
2 train services operate from Shrewsbury to Truro. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 6 | 8h 9m | $98.03 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 2 | 11h 9m | $88.16 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Shrewsbury to Truro start from $62, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Truro. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Shrewsbury leaves from Shrewsbury Train Station . And in Truro trains arrive at Truro Train Station .
From Shrewsbury to Truro train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 8 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Truro faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 19 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Truro.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Shrewsbury to Truro start from $78, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Truro. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Shrewsbury leaves from Shrewsbury Train Station . And in Truro trains arrive at Truro Train Station .
From Shrewsbury to Truro train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 11 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Truro faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 19 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Truro.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Shrewsbury and Truro is approximately 196 miles, or 315 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 19 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Shrewsbury to Truro on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Shrewsbury at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Truro to Shrewsbury.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Shrewsbury?
Main departure station: Shrewsbury Train Station
There is one train station in Shrewsbury.
All train stations in Shrewsbury:
Shrewsbury Train Station
Where is the train station in Truro?
Main arrival station: Truro Train Station
Truro has one train station.
Train stations in Truro:
Truro Train Station
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