The average train between Holyhead and Shrewsbury takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 10:20 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Shrewsbury station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.
Holyhead to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
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The distance between Holyhead and Shrewsbury is 142.5 km. The road distance is 203 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Shrewsbury every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m.
