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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Shrewsbury to Coventry. Traveling by train from Shrewsbury to Coventry usually takes around one hour and 44 minutes, but the fastest Transport For Wales train can make the trip in one hour and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 56 mi (90 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 36m |
| Lowest price | £19.07 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Transport For Wales |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Shrewsbury to Coventry
- Avanti West Coast tickets: £27 one-way
- Transport For Wales tickets: £19 one-way
- West Midlands Railway tickets: £19 one-way
Which train should you take from Shrewsbury to Coventry?
There are 3 train lines with service from Shrewsbury to Coventry. Transport For Wales is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 1 | 1h 40m | £27.51 |
| Transport For Wales | 4 | 1h 38m | £21.18 |
| West Midlands Railway | 3 | 1h 54m | £21.88 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
Transport for Wales is a trusted provider of passenger rail travel in Wales and the border region with England. Popular trips include Chester to Church Stretton, Caldicot to Cardiff Central station, and Manchester to London. Passengers onboard can enjoy complimentary WiFi and various options for onboard meals, from either a café car or at-seat trolley service for snacks, sodas, and hot drinks.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Shrewsbury to Coventry start from £19, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 West Midlands Railway schedules to Coventry. West Midlands Railway in Shrewsbury leaves from Shrewsbury Train Station . And in Coventry trains arrive at Coventry Train Station .
From Shrewsbury to Coventry train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Shrewsbury to Coventry on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Shrewsbury at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Shrewsbury to Coventry. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
City Information
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
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 Coventry?
Main arrival station: Coventry Train Station
Coventry has one train station.
Train stations in Coventry:
Coventry Train Station
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