The average train between Luton and Shrewsbury takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton 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 Luton and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 12:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Luton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Luton to Shrewsbury train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Luton and Shrewsbury is 183.7 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Shrewsbury via Kettering, Leicester, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 52m.