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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Chester to Shrewsbury. Traveling by train from Chester to Shrewsbury usually takes around 59 minutes, but the fastest Transport For Wales train can make the trip in 46 minutes.
| Distance | 34 mi (55 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 46m |
| Lowest price | €15.81 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Transport For Wales |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Chester to Shrewsbury?
2 train services operate from Chester to Shrewsbury. Transport For Wales usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 4 | 1h 11m | €15.81 |
| Transport For Wales | 8 | 0h 53m | €15.81 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Chester to Shrewsbury 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 Chester at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 12 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Shrewsbury. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Shrewsbury to Chester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main departure station: Chester Train Station
There is one train station in Chester.
All train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
Where is the train station in Shrewsbury?
Main arrival station: Shrewsbury Train Station
Shrewsbury has one train station.
Train stations in Shrewsbury:
Shrewsbury Train Station
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