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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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17

train journeys
per day

190

miles (306 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Canterbury West is approximately 190 miles (306 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    11:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    12:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    14:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    15:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    16:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:34
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    18:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:32
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:31
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:34
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    22:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:31
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    23:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    00:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:40
    10 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:09
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Shrewsbury
    Canterbury West
    Shrewsbury to Canterbury West

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 Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Canterbury West

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

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

Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury and Canterbury West 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 & Canterbury West. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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