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Trains from Southampton Central to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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21

train journeys
per day

137

miles (220 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Shrewsbury is approximately 137 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 2 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:20
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    18:17
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:09
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    20:27
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    21:13
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    22:25
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    00:05
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    00:55
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    9 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:47
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:22
    10 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Southampton Central
    Shrewsbury
    Southampton Central to Shrewsbury

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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

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 Southampton Central and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Southampton Central and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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