The average train between Folkestone and Shrewsbury takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Folkestone to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Folkestone to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Shrewsbury is 324.1 km. The road distance is 362 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 54m.