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Barnstaple to Shrewsbury trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Shrewsbury takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Shrewsbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 27m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain train
5h 27m
£122–203

Barnstaple to Shrewsbury train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Shrewsbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 245.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Shrewsbury via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 27m.

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