The average train between Leeds and Shrewsbury takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 3:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Leeds to Shrewsbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Shrewsbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Leeds to Shrewsbury train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Shrewsbury is 144.9 km. The road distance is 171 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Shrewsbury via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 58m.