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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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34

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Plymouth is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Plymouth.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    5 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:48
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    5 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    5 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    15:49
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:44
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:34
    5 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    17:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    18:47
    Shrewsbury
    Plymouth
    Shrewsbury to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Plymouth

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:39.

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Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Plymouth.

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