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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Wakefield Stations

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22

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Wakefield Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Wakefield Stations is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Wakefield Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    12:51
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    17:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    15:57
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    17:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    20:47
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    17:50
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:47
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    18:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    21:47
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    18:48
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    19:56
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    22:55
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    22:27
    6 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    05:16
    Shrewsbury
    Wakefield Westgate
    Shrewsbury to Wakefield Westgate

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 Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations 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 & Wakefield Stations . owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Wakefield Stations .

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