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Outbound fromShrewsbury to Shifnal by train
It takes an average of 25m to travel from Shrewsbury to Shifnal by train, over a distance of around 16 miles (26 km). There are normally 44 trains per day travelling from Shrewsbury to Shifnal and tickets for this journey start from £9.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:59 | |
| Departure station | Shrewsbury | |
| Arrival station | Shifnal | |
| Journey time | From 24m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (26 km) | |
| Frequency | 44 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9.30 | |
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Taking the train from Shrewsbury to Shifnal in 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Shrewsbury to Shifnal? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 25 minutes to travel the 16 miles (26 km) from Shrewsbury to Shifnal by train, although you can get there in as little as 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 44 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Shifnal.
Book train tickets from Shrewsbury to Shifnal in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shifnal by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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 Shifnal is right for you.
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