The average train between Cardiff and Shifnal takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Shifnal. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Shifnal. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Shifnal at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Shifnal. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Shifnal station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Cardiff to Shifnal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Shifnal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Cardiff to Shifnal train tickets online with Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Cardiff and Shifnal is 143.1 km. The road distance is 198 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 58m.