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Chelmsford to Shrewsbury trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Shrewsbury takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford 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.

3h 51m
Duration
187 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chelmsford to Shrewsbury train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 38m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 44m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 39m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 41m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 34m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 40m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 33m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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.

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Shrewsbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 187.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Shrewsbury via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 35m.

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