The average train between Peterborough and Shrewsbury takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Peterborough to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Peterborough to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Peterborough and Shrewsbury is 169.6 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 58m.