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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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20

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Shrewsbury is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Shrewsbury.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    08:41
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:54
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:54
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:54
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:54
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:54
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    17:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:54
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    18:49
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:54
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    19:43
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:54
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    20:48
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:54
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:54
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    22:58
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:54
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    00:05
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:21
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    05:28
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:21
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    06:28
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:51
    7 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton to Shrewsbury

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Bolton and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton and Shrewsbury can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bolton & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Shrewsbury.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bolton and Shrewsbury, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.