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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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32

train journeys
per day

141

miles (227 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Exeter Central is approximately 141 miles (227 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:53
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:54
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:53
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:34
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:07
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:07
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Shrewsbury
    Exeter Central
    Shrewsbury to Exeter Central

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

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shrewsbury & Exeter Central. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Exeter Central.

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