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Outbound fromShrewsbury to Norwich by train
It takes an average of 6h 19m to travel from Shrewsbury to Norwich by train, over a distance of around 170 miles (274 km). There are normally 22 trains per day travelling from Shrewsbury to Norwich and tickets for this journey start from £58.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:40 | |
| Departure station | Shrewsbury | |
| Arrival station | Norwich | |
| Journey time | From 5h 10m | |
| Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £58.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Shrewsbury to Norwich
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The train from Shrewsbury to Norwich usually takes 6 hours 19 minutes on average to travel 170 miles (274 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 10 minutes. You can expect to find 22 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Norwich, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Shrewsbury to Norwich if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £58.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Shrewsbury to Norwich
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Shrewsbury to Norwich is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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