The average train between Rochester and Shrewsbury takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 11:19 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Rochester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Rochester to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochester and Shrewsbury is 266.9 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Shrewsbury via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 31m.