The average train between Boston and Shrewsbury takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston 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.
Trains run hourly between Boston and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Boston to Shrewsbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Boston to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Boston to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Boston to Shrewsbury train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Boston and Shrewsbury is 185.4 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Boston to Shrewsbury via Nottingham and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 27m.