The average train between Oxford and Shrewsbury takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 Oxford and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 7m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Oxford to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Oxford to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Oxford and Shrewsbury is 147.4 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 24m.