The average train between Chester and Shrewsbury takes 54 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Shrewsbury. 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 Chester and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 4:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 11:15 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 54 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester station and arriving at Shrewsbury station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 54 min.
Chester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
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The distance between Chester and Shrewsbury is 54.2 km. The road distance is 68 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 1h 7m.
