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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Watford Junction

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54

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:35

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Watford Junction is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:18
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    07:41
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:28
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    09:38
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:33
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:38
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Shrewsbury
    Watford Junction
    Shrewsbury to Watford Junction

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 Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Shrewsbury to Watford Junction

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Watford Junction.

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